Emerging Threats Intelligence Analyst
Homestead, FL
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 103K - 192K * est.
Firebird AST
Firebird AST is seeking an onsite Top Secret/SCI cleared Emerging Threats Intelligence Analyst to support SOCSOUTH in Homestead, FL. The candidate will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all emerging threats initiatives, providing expert analysis and recommendations related to emerging and evolving threats in support of SOCSOUTH's mission.
This is for a pending contract; contract award is anticipated in late Fall 2025.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor and analyze emerging global and regional threats, including new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of adversaries in SOCSOUTH's Area of Responsibility (AOR).
- Collect, evaluate, and synthesize intelligence from a variety of sources to assess the potential impact of emerging threats on U.S. national security and operations.
- Develop actionable threat intelligence reports, briefings, and recommendations to inform decision-makers, including SOCSOUTH commanders and senior leadership.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement emerging threats intelligence into operational planning and decision-making.
- Collaborate with federal agencies, military units, and international partners to identify and mitigate emergent threats to U.S. interests in the region.
- Utilize advanced intelligence analysis tools and techniques to maintain a dynamic operational picture and enhance situational awareness of emerging threats.
- Provide subject matter expertise and mentorship to SOCSOUTH and partner personnel, advising on best practices for threat detection, analysis, and response.
- Participate in SME exchanges, conferences, and low-risk operations, with occasional travel to support SOCSOUTH engagements.
REQUIRED
- 8+ years of total experience in intelligence analysis, with a focus on emerging threats and adversary capabilities.
- 5+ years of experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF), preferably within SOCOM or national-level agencies.
- 3+ years of experience in producing finished intelligence assessments, including threat intelligence and strategic analysis.
- Experience preparing and delivering intelligence briefings to senior military leadership (0-6 and above).
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in intelligence, international relations, political science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, reports, policy, legal documents, etc.
- Ability to prepare reports and presentations to company management and customer(s).
- Demonstrated leadership ability, strategic and innovative thinker, and passion for the mission.
- Ability to identify and solve problems.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, public administration, or a related field (master’s is preferred).
CLEARANCE
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI
About Firebird AST:
Firebird AST is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Northern Virginia and a market-recognized leader within the IC, Department of Defense, Homeland Security, and Law Enforcement. We maintain a corporate culture deeply rooted in the US Military core values that gave us our start - honor, integrity, commitment, and selfless service. For this reason, our customers' needs and missions always comes first. We seek hard working, highly experienced, extremely motivated, professionally proven subject matter experts, trainers, leaders, innovators, and technical experts to serve on our team. Firebird AST has a firm understanding that our employees are our greatest asset and that, accordingly, they are to be provided the greatest level of respect and care possible.
Firebird AST is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Clearance DoD SOCOM Threat detection Threat intelligence Top Secret TS/SCI TTPs
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