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Summary
As a Cyber Threat Analyst for the CIA, you will conduct all-source analysis, digital forensics, and targeting to identify, monitor, assess, and counter the threat posed by foreign cyber actors against US information systems, critical infrastructure and cyber-related interests. You will support the President, the National Security Council, and other US policymakers with strategic assessments and provide tactical analysis and advice for operations.
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Overview
- Reviewing applications
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Open & closing dates
05/17/2019 to 05/16/2020
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Salary
$54,308 - $94,939 per year
Please see Other Information for correct salary rates.
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Pay scale & grade
GS 8 - 12
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— - You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-Time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
None
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Announcement number
DEST-10501892-19-CB
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Control number
534100500
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
US Citizens (dual national US citizens are eligible). This job requires a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
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Duties
Cyber Threat Analysts apply their scientific and technical knowledge to solving complex intelligence problems, produce short-term and long-term written assessments, and brief US policymakers and the US cyber defense community. This work demands initiative, creativity, analytic skills, and technical expertise.
You will also have the opportunity to maintain and broaden your professional ties throughout your career through academic study, collaboration with Intelligence Community peers, and attendance at professional meetings.
Opportunities exist for foreign and domestic travel, language training, analytic tradecraft and management training, training to deepen substantive expertise, and assignments to other offices in the Agency and throughout the US Government.
For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/science-technology/cyber-threat-analyst.html
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US citizenship required (dual national US citizens are eligible).
- All positions require relocation to the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
- All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
- All applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following fields or related studies:
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Digital Forensics
- Cyber Security
- Telecommunications
- Information Assurance
- Security Studies
- Or, a mix of international and technical studies.
- GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale is preferred.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent analytic abilities and relevant experience.
- Strong ability to think creatively when approaching issues.
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Interest in international affairs.
- Awareness of US national security interests.
- Foreign language proficiency.
- Strong verbal presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text.
- Research experience in international affairs.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Interest in a career that requires regular writing assignments.
Education
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following fields or related studies:
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Digital Forensics
- Cyber Security
- Telecommunications
- Information Assurance
- Security Studies
- Or, a mix of international and technical studies.
- GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale is preferred.
Additional information
Benefits
Every career at the CIA is a rewarding one. In addition to serving your country with the certainty that your work makes a difference, the CIA offers a comprehensive benefits package to reflect the dedication and contributions of our employees. To learn more about CIA benefits, click the following link: https://www.cia.gov/careers/benefits.html
Other Information
For more information on CIA careers and correct salary rates, visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/
Benefits
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications of the specific position to which you are applying. To view this position's requirements, visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/science-technology/cyber-threat-analyst.html
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Required Documents
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The following items must be attached to your on-line application (PDF format preferred):
- Resume.
- Unofficial transcripts for all degrees.
- A cover letter in which you specify your qualifications for one or more analytic positions. Please address why you want to work as an analyst and what differentiates you from other applicants.
- Two (2) different writing samples, three to five pages (3-5) each, single-spaced PDF. Submit papers that showcase your writing style, research abilities and critical thinking skills. Subject matter should focus on your current areas of expertise that relate to your interest in positions at the CIA. You can excerpt longer papers.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To be considered for CIA employment, you must apply online at https://www.cia.gov/careers
For more information on the application instructions, please visit our Application Instructions page at
https://www.cia.gov/careers/application-process/application-instructions/
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Address
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Central Intelligence Agency
Mail Not Accepted
Washington, DC 20505
US
Next steps
Our goal is to respond to each applicant within a 45 day period. However, the CIA receives thousands of applications each month and, unfortunately, we are not able to contact everyone within that timeframe. If you have not heard from us within 45 days, we will not be offering you a position at this time.
If there is interest in your application, CIA recruiters will initiate contact with you by phone or email. Emails from CIA recruiters will have a .gov extension. Please check your email spam filter settings or spam folder to ensure receipt of these emails.
Be prepared to undergo a thorough background investigation examining your life's history, your character, trustworthiness, reliability and soundness of judgment. We also examine your freedom from conflicting allegiances, potential to be coerced, and willingness and ability to abide by regulations governing the use, handling and the protection of sensitive information. The Agency uses the polygraph to check the veracity of this information. The hiring process also includes a thorough mental and physical medical examination in relation to performing essential job functions.
For more information on the application process, please visit Application Process at https://www.cia.gov/careers/application-process/
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Required Documents
The following items must be attached to your on-line application (PDF format preferred):
- Resume.
- Unofficial transcripts for all degrees.
- A cover letter in which you specify your qualifications for one or more analytic positions. Please address why you want to work as an analyst and what differentiates you from other applicants.
- Two (2) different writing samples, three to five pages (3-5) each, single-spaced PDF. Submit papers that showcase your writing style, research abilities and critical thinking skills. Subject matter should focus on your current areas of expertise that relate to your interest in positions at the CIA. You can excerpt longer papers.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
To be considered for CIA employment, you must apply online at https://www.cia.gov/careers
For more information on the application instructions, please visit our Application Instructions page at
https://www.cia.gov/careers/application-process/application-instructions/
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Address
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Central Intelligence Agency
Mail Not Accepted
Washington, DC 20505
US
Next steps
Our goal is to respond to each applicant within a 45 day period. However, the CIA receives thousands of applications each month and, unfortunately, we are not able to contact everyone within that timeframe. If you have not heard from us within 45 days, we will not be offering you a position at this time.
If there is interest in your application, CIA recruiters will initiate contact with you by phone or email. Emails from CIA recruiters will have a .gov extension. Please check your email spam filter settings or spam folder to ensure receipt of these emails.
Be prepared to undergo a thorough background investigation examining your life's history, your character, trustworthiness, reliability and soundness of judgment. We also examine your freedom from conflicting allegiances, potential to be coerced, and willingness and ability to abide by regulations governing the use, handling and the protection of sensitive information. The Agency uses the polygraph to check the veracity of this information. The hiring process also includes a thorough mental and physical medical examination in relation to performing essential job functions.
For more information on the application process, please visit Application Process at https://www.cia.gov/careers/application-process/
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Central Intelligence Agency
Within the Directorate of Analysis (DA), incomplete and sometimes contradictory information is transformed into unique insights that inform US policy decisions. The DA helps provide timely, accurate and objective all-source intelligence analysis on national security and foreign policy issues to senior policymakers in the US Government. Learn more about the Directorate of Analysis at https://www.cia.gov/offices-of-cia/intelligence-analysis/
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Address
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Central Intelligence Agency
Mail Not Accepted
Washington, DC 20505
US