Social Network Analyst (Regional Specialty) - Senior - Level

Overview

The Social Network Analyst provides advanced all-source link and nodal analysis to identify, map, and characterize complex networks of state and non-state actors across the Indo-Pacific region. These analysts apply advanced social network analysis (SNA) techniques to assess vulnerabilities, identify operational opportunities, and support theater-wide intelligence and targeting efforts. The ideal candidate combines regional expertise, structured analytic tradecraft, and strong technical proficiency in SNA tools and methodologies.

Clearance: TS/SCI (with Poly if required)
Mission Area: USINDOPACOM J2 - Regional Analysis / Network Targeting

Responsibilities

Advanced Social Network & Link Analysis

• Conducts in-depth social network and link analysis using all-source intelligence and advanced SNA methodologies.
• Identifies key nodes, relationships, and patterns to uncover opportunities to disrupt, degrade, or influence adversarial networks.
• Assesses intelligence gaps and predicts areas for enhanced collection based on PIRs, EEIs, collection strategies, and RFIs.

Collaboration with Analysts & IC Partners

• Works closely with regional all-source analysts, IC partners, and mission stakeholders to conduct rigorous network assessments.
• Identifies vulnerable malign actors, enabling operational response options, lead generation, and target development.

Network Visualization & Analytic Products

• Produces comprehensive network diagrams, link charts, infographics, and other visual analytic products highlighting key relationships, influencers, and structural vulnerabilities.
• Utilizes unique datasets, analytic tools, and multi-source intelligence to support detailed network mapping and decision-making.

Tradecraft Excellence & Product Development

• Demonstrates mastery (Senior) or proficiency (Mid-Level) in IC analytic tradecraft standards and structured analytic methodologies.
• Produces a wide range of intelligence products including:
• Social network analyses
• Network diagrams and link charts
• Planning support materials
• Executive travel support products
• RFI and TMS responses
• Custom analytic products tailored to stakeholder requirements

Collection Requirements & Gap Identification

• Evaluates IC products and identifies intelligence gaps that impede network understanding or targeting.
• Generates and submits intelligence collection requirements to national-level collectors to address USINDOPACOM intelligence shortfalls.

Interagency & Partner Coordination

• Coordinates with U.S. Embassy Country Teams, interagency partners, and USINDOPACOM Component Commands.
• Supports lead generation, network exploitation strategies, and target prioritization across the theater.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting all-source link analysis, social network analysis, or network targeting for DoD or IC missions.
• Strong understanding of Indo-Pacific regional dynamics and malign actor networks.
• Proficiency with SNA tools, visualization software, and analytic methodologies.
• Skilled in producing network diagrams, link charts, infographics, and structured analytic products.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with IC, diplomatic, and DoD stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting USINDOPACOM, SOF, interagency targeting, or regional security missions.
• Familiarity with IC tradecraft standards and structured analytic techniques.
• Experience generating collection requirements and supporting target development.
• Background in data science, sociology, political science, intelligence analysis, or related fields.

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