United States Government - Washington, DC

posted 6 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Washington, DC
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

As an Analytic Methodologist at the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), you will play a crucial role in enhancing the rigor and precision of intelligence analysis and collection. Your primary responsibilities will involve developing and applying advanced methods that include statistical, econometric, and mathematical assessments, as well as geospatial modeling and operations research. You will be tasked with communicating your findings through a variety of written intelligence products and briefings, ensuring that the information is accessible and actionable for decision-makers. In this position, you will have the opportunity to engage in both foreign and domestic travel, participate in language training, and receive analytic tradecraft and management training. This role is designed for individuals who are eager to develop deep substantive expertise and are interested in broadening their experience through assignments with other offices within the Agency and across the U.S. Government. Your work will contribute significantly to the Agency's mission of national security, and you will be part of a diverse team that values a wide range of backgrounds and viewpoints. The CIA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive. As an Analytic Methodologist, you will not only be enhancing intelligence analysis but also contributing to the safety and security of the nation. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself, where your analytical skills will directly impact U.S. national security efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply methods to enhance the rigor and precision of intelligence analysis and collection.
  • Conduct statistical, econometric, and mathematical assessments.
  • Utilize geospatial modeling and operations research techniques.
  • Communicate findings through written intelligence products and briefings.
  • Participate in foreign and domestic travel for professional development.
  • Engage in language training and analytic tradecraft training.
  • Collaborate with other offices within the Agency and across the U.S. Government.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field; some offices may accept candidates with a bachelor's degree.
  • Preferred GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
  • Experience in statistics, mathematics, econometrics, GIS/remote sensing, operations research, computer or mathematical programming, demography, survey research, design and analysis, gaming, or modeling.
  • Ability to meet CIA's minimum requirements, including U.S. citizenship and passing a background investigation.

Nice-to-haves

  • Interest in international affairs.
  • Awareness of U.S. national security interests.
  • Foreign language proficiency.
  • Strong verbal presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text.
  • Research experience in international affairs.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Interest in a career that requires regular writing assignments.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Flexible schedules
  • Sick leave
  • Childcare support
  • Sign-on incentives
  • Coverage for moving expenses if relocating
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