Intelligence Analyst

INTELLIGENCE ANALYST

SpaceX is seeking a dynamic and driven individual with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Our goal is to protect some of the world’s most advanced technologies, including: rockets, Dragon capsules for human transport, inter-planetary transport vehicles, the world's largest satellite communications network, etc. As an industry leader, we attract foreign and domestic adversaries intent on impeding our progress and stealing our technology. The work we do will safeguard mankind as we become an interplanetary species.

You will be responsible for the research, analysis, production, and dissemination of information relevant to protecting the safety and security of personnel, global assets, and operations at SpaceX. You will use various collection methods and platforms to explore data sources, identify critical information, build queries, and assess risks to produce actional insights that drive informed business decisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct in-depth research, evaluation, analysis, integration, and interpretation of information sourced from various open sources.
• Produce high-quality intelligence products on a daily, weekly, and monthly cadence, including data visualization, briefings and analytic reports.
• Perform enhanced due diligence on companies and people within established tradecraft standards.
• Perform geospatial analysis/movement analysis using internal/external data sources and platforms.
• Utilize data aggregators and OSINT tools to conduct open-source research, and leverage social media platforms, deep web, dark web and breach data to identify hidden connections.
• Identify emergent risks to the company, our technology, and people and quickly synthesize information to share with relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate findings effectively and accurately to team members, leadership, and relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate information sharing by fostering relationships and partnering with internal stakeholder groups as well as external local and federal law enforcement.
• Conduct intelligence analysis, threat assessments, and investigations (including interviews and data analysis) on persons and groups of interest to determine risk.
• Manage and safeguard sensitive information, including case file and intelligence reports.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experience in intelligence analysis, technical targeting, and/or investigations; OR 4+ years of professional experience in intelligence analysis, technical targeting, and/or investigations in lieu of a degree.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of all-source/technical targeting intelligence experience in military, intelligence community, academic or private sector.
• 2+ years using military, intelligence community geospatial analysis tools, standards and datasets.
• 1+ years using SQL, Python, and experience in API pulls/integrations.
• Working familiarity with ArcGIS, government platforms and location-based data.
• Experience with open-source intelligence gathering tools/techniques for application/web-based social media platforms including web scraping, data parsing, and meta data extraction.
• Experience with near-real time event-based geospatial analysis and OSINT collection.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and draw actionable insights.
• Knowledge of analytic tradecraft standards, source validation, disinformation detection.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with security and engineering teams on technical topics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise research reports.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• High degree of emotional intelligence and maturity.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical efforts and operations.
• Must be willing to travel ad hoc, although only minimal travel is expected at this time.
• Active TS/SCI clearance, or ability to obtain one. With an active clearance, candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening including background check and drug/alcohol test as well as random drug and alcohol testing during employment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:

Intelligence Analyst/Level I: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00/per year

Intelligence Analyst/Level II: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, once officially briefed into a classified program.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.