BAE Systems is seeking Open Source Practitioners/Analysts to support our government customer. These Open Source Practitioners/Analysts will be required to:
Conduct collection and exploitation of Publicly Available Information (PAI) via use of OSINT tools
Conduct exploitation of social media and public accessible databases
Produce Open Source intelligence (OSINT) Reports and other OSINT network analysis products
Gather, synthesize, and analyze open source intelligence information in support of objectives related to force protection, counterterrorism, counter-narcotics, and other areas of the Army mission
Coordinate and collaborate with other intelligence disciplines to produce finished intelligence products, including threat assessments
Assess and provide recommendations on emerging OSINT methodologies and tools
Respond to Requests for Information
Provide input to curriculum development for OSINT training requirements
Provide support to operational planning, technical papers, and other tasks as directed by customer
Troubleshoot OSINT tools
Support surge analytical requirements for AOR with critical current events
8+ years with a Masters or 10+ years with a Bachelors
Experience utilizing Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) OSINT tools which include but are not limited to the Berber Hunter Tool Kit applications (e.g., SILO, SCRAAWL, Data Miner, and Babel).
Demonstrated experience in a field related to OSINT research, collection management, or analysis or the exploitation of PAI or social media
Prior military or government analytical training (e.g., all source, SIGINT, HUMINT or GEOINT)
Must have demonstrated knowledge of signature reduction and experience collecting and exploiting from deep web and dark web information
Graduate of Government OSINT Training courses OS301 and OS302.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Experience conducting intelligence analytical support for the DoD
Foreign language capabilities of 2+/2+ DLPT or better
Knowledge of scripting languages and technologies, including Python, Java, R Script, and JEMA
Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).