Threat Intelligence Analyst (DHS)

Location: Washington, DC metro area (Hybrid)
Clearance Required: Top Secret Minimum (US Citizen)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview: Praescient Analytics is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mid-Level Threat Analyst to join our team, providing critical threat mitigation and monitoring services in support of a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) contract. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and protective intelligence, with a proven ability to analyze and report on threats in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct continuous, real-time monitoring of open-source information, including the deep and dark web, to identify threats targeting senior leaders, personnel, and facilities.
• Utilize a range of advanced tools, including Babel Street, Palantir/i2 ANB, Obsidian, and Clearview AI, to perform network link analysis, geospatial tracking, and facial recognition.
• Analyze social and behavioral sentiment to assess risk levels and connections between threat actors.
• Produce clear, concise, and actionable daily reports with detailed risk ratings and recommended mitigations.
• Collaborate with the team to provide immediate electronic notification of imminent threats.
• Conduct in-depth vulnerability assessments and ad-hoc searches as requested, identifying and archiving publicly available personally identifiable information (PII) of designated personnel.
• Leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) to automate monitoring and uncover hidden threats.

Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance.
• 3-7 years of experience in OSINT, dark web monitoring, or protective intelligence within a DHS, Intelligence Community (IC), or law enforcement context.
• Ability to work effectively in a 24/7 rotational schedule.
• Demonstrated expertise in sentiment/behavioral analysis, network link analysis, and incident escalation.
• Proficiency with threat monitoring tools, specifically:
  
  • Babel Street (OSINT/dark web)
  • Palantir/i2 ANB (network analysis)
  • Obsidian (geospatial)
  • Clearview AI (facial recognition)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create high-quality analytical reports.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with law enforcement or intelligence analysis.
• Experience with digital forensics tools to recover deleted messages and content.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity awareness and privacy training, as required by the contract.

What you can expect from us:

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated.
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success.
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise.
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain.
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and improving public safety and government agencies.

Benefits:

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive, Company paid Aetna Health Care Medical for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts-skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering-brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to recruiting@praescientanalytics.com and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescientanalytics.applicantstack.com/x/openings.