RIFT Intelligence Analyst Supply Chain Illumination

Parra Consulting Group (PCG) is seeking an Intelligence Analyst - Supply Chain Illumination to support the C5ISR Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. This position performs Supply Chain Illumination and assists in the collection and dissemination of information to U.S. and coalition forces, on a need-to-know basis, concerning supply chain risk management research and analysis.

This successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Advise and assist the S&T community on developing CUAS procedures for possible future needs in the mid-to-long term.


• Assess system and component criticality, identify critical suppliers, conduct supply chain threat and vulnerability assessments, map supply chains, and provide risk mitigation recommendations to stakeholders.


• Conduct evaluations and briefings detailing any potential foreign influence or threats to current or projected procurement efforts.


• Apply a variety of research methods and analytic methodologies to multifaceted, critical problems associated with emerging commercial technologies and the respective supply chain, and provide comprehensive technical products to stakeholders.


• Attend and participate in meetings and conferences in support of command priorities and missions.


• Exploit various intelligence disciplines (e.g., TECHSIGINT, SIGINT/CYBER, MASINT) from all levels of classified information.


• Travel CONUS and OCONUS (to include possible conflict areas) on short notice to disseminate relevant threat information.


• Perform all functional duties independently.

Required Qualifications

• Current and Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.


• Military Intelligence MOS background with completed formal military intelligence training/school.


• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree plus 3 years of experience, or 6 years of experience.

Required Experience

• Ability to generate and provide specialized analytical products.


• Experience presenting, discussing, and defending assessments to the intelligence community and technical community.


• Experience providing research support to analysts who produce Intelligence Community reports and briefings, as well as direct support to current operations.


• Experience researching unclassified and classified databases for use in written products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supply chain risk management research and analysis in accordance with DoD SCRM standards.


• Basic Open-Source Intelligence (OS301) and Advanced Open-Source Intelligence (OS302) training.


• Knowledge of and ability to analyze the latest commercial-based and emerging technologies that could be utilized by adversaries, and ability to articulate how use of that technology would affect DoD capability.


• Ability to provide Indications and Warning and trend analysis data on target devices and TTPs.


• Ability to conduct Weapons Technical Intelligence (WTI) assessments on battlefield recoveries as well as COTS items to provide technology assessments.


• Experience monitoring and analyzing strategic and operational intelligence information.


• Experience researching, authoring, and coordinating threat assessments to support the Commander and/or leaders in the U.S. civilian intelligence community.


• Experience assisting with development and maintenance of analytical policies and procedures.


• Knowledge of current events in targeting, historical, assessment, and pattern analysis processes.


• Ability to search/screen all media sources and provide assessments of intelligence impacts.


• Proficient in standard MS Office applications and intelligence-related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.


• Proficient in specialized intelligence tools to create final products.


• Experience operating as a member of an analytical team from a remote location in support of CJOA requirements.


• Experience providing intelligence support regarding issues within the CENTCOM AOR or other specific COCOMs.


• Expert knowledge of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) regulations and mitigation strategies (NISPOM).


• Strong understanding of corporate structuring, financial intelligence, and shell company detection techniques.


• Proficiency in OSINT techniques and tools, and ability to analyze complex financial data and ownership structures.


• Experience with international business practices and legal frameworks.


• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Palantir, i2 Analyst's Notebook, Maltego, Excel, SQL, Tableau).


• Knowledge of corporate filings, incorporation processes, and international business structures.


• Ability to assess R&D trends and predict technological advancements.


• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or a relevant Intelligence Analysis Certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills


• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to interpret complex data


• Strong research, writing, and briefing skills, with the ability to clearly articulate information to different audiences


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Ability to operate effectively in classified and sensitive mission environments


• Strong organizational skills to support analytical policy and product development

Why Join PCG

Parra Consulting Group offers a collaborative, mission-focused environment where your expertise directly supports national security operations. PCG provides competitive compensation, 100% employer-paid medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and a PTO plan to ensure professional growth and work-life balance.