Open Source Collection Specialist

Open Source Collection Specialist (OSINT Analyst) Location :

• Washington, D.C. | Type : Full-Time | Clearance : TS / SCI + DHS Suitability Note : This position is part of an active proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award.
• Overview DarkStar Intelligence is seeking Open Source Collection Specialists (OSINT Analysts) to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), specifically the Open Source Intelligence Division (OSID) and Intelligence Watch and Coordination Center (IWCC).
• The OSINT Specialist provides 24 / 7 / 365 open-source collection, analysis, and dissemination of publicly available information (PAI) in support of national homeland security missions.
• This role identifies, collects, and aggregates information from the surface, deep, and dark web to address DHS information requirements and emergent threats.
• Key Responsibilities Conduct open source collection to support tactical and operational intelligence requirements.
• Identify, collect, and analyze OSINT, social media, gray literature, and other publicly available information using Government-approved tools.
• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly intelligence summaries and reports as directed or in response to RFIs.
• Develop and maintain analytical procedures to meet evolving mission requirements and ensure operational effectiveness.
• Support DHS I&A Watch operations by providing real-time collection on emergent threats, breaking events, and crisis situations.
• Maintain situational awareness and conduct information exchanges with DHS I&A, the Intelligence Community (IC), and Federal, State, Local, Tribal, Territorial, and Private (FSLTTP) partners.
• Identify new sources of publicly available information across the surface, deep, and dark web.
• Support the development of OSINT targeting and exploitation techniques, tools, and tradecraft.
• Assist with developing OSINT collection plans and disseminating information products.
• Support DHS exercises by providing analytical input and participating in scenario development and execution.
• Provide foreign language translation support using approved online resources as needed.
• Follow DHS-approved procedures for transmitting, sharing, and safeguarding sensitive or classified information.
• Minimum Qualifications Active TS / SCI and DHS Suitability determination.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in International Studies, Intelligence, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience performing Open Source Collection in support of tactical and operational intelligence missions.
• Understanding of DHS I&A authorities, component missions, and intelligence processes.
• Knowledge of open source domains, including surface, deep, and dark web.
• Knowledge of multiple collection techniques, planning, and dissemination practices Desired Qualifications Experience supporting DHS I&A or Intelligence Community watch and warning operations.
• Familiarity with Homeland Security Priority Framework (HIPF) alignment.
• Experience developing OSINT methodologies, policy, and tradecraft.
• Demonstrated ability to brief senior leadership and write for executive audiences.
• Experience mentoring or leading small analytic teams.
• Compensation & Benefits Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience.
• Contact  recruiting@darkstarintel.com  for details.

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