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Science Technology and Weapons Analyst

Central Intelligence Agency
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Summary

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/

As a Science, Technology, and Weapons (STW) Analyst for the CIA, you will apply your scientific and technical expertise to analyze foreign weapons development, weapons proliferation, cyber warfare, and emerging technologies. You will work closely with regional specialists, military analysts, collection officers, and other Intelligence Community professionals to provide accurate, all-source estimates of foreign intentions and capabilities to senior decision makers.

You will draw upon your technical expertise to evaluate the threat that a weapon or technology might present to US interests. You will communicate your findings to policy and operational decision makers via a broad range of written intelligence products and verbal presentations. You will need to use your technical expertise, initiative, creativity, critical thinking, and strong communication and interpersonal skills on a daily basis to solve complex intelligence problems and drive intelligence collection efforts.

Opportunities exist for foreign and domestic travel, language training, analytic and management training and assignments to other offices in the Agency and throughout the US Government. Agency analysts are encouraged to maintain and broaden professional ties through academic study, contacts, and attendance at professional meetings. You may also choose to pursue additional studies in fields relevant to your areas of responsibility.

For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/analytical/science-technology-and-weapons-analyst.html

Overview

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Job closed
Open & closing dates
03/15/2018 to 03/14/2019
Salary
$78,496 to - $94,939 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 12
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Washington DC, DC
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Opportunities exist for foreign and domestic travel.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Announcement number
DE-10161553-18-CB
Control number
494075900

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

US citizens (dual national US citizens are eligible)

Duties

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KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • 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.
For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/analytical/science-technology-and-weapons-analyst.html

MAJOR DUTIES

For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/analytical/science-technology-and-weapons-analyst.html

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the fields or related studies listed under Education.
  • GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Interest in international affairs.
  • Awareness of US national security interests.
  • Foreign language capability.
  • 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.
For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/analytical/science-technology-and-weapons-analyst.html

Education

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the fields or related studies:
    • Aerospace engineering.
    • Bioengineering/biomedical engineering.
    • Biological sciences.
    • Biotechnology and microbiology.
    • Chemical engineering.
    • Chemistry.
    • Computer engineering.
    • Computer science.
    • Electrical engineering.
    • Mathematics.
    • Mechanical engineering.
    • Nuclear engineering.
    • Physical sciences.
    • Physics.
    • Remote sensing/GIS.
    • GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
  • GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/analytical/science-technology-and-weapons-analyst.html

Additional information

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.

For more information on CIA Careers, visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/

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/analytical/science-technology-and-weapons-analyst.html

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