OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst SME

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SMX is seeking OSINT/PAI Targeting Analysts to conduct advanced collection, Processing, Exploitation, Dissemination (PED), reporting, and targeting using publicly available and commercially available data sources.

This position requires a DoD TS/SCI security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Application Deadline:  April 30, 2026

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced collection, Processing, Exploitation, Dissemination (PED), reporting, and targeting using publicly available and commercially available data sources
• Interface with the Intelligence Community to produce intelligence assessments in support of special operations, targeting, HUMINT and exploitation operations, cyber operations, and indications and warnings threat estimates
• Fuse publicly available and commercially available information for multi-intelligence assessments

Required Skills & Experience SME

• Required Clearance: TS/SCI
• Minimum of (6) years of total experience as an intelligence analyst within the DoD or the Intelligence Community
• Minimum of three (3) years of specific experience in OSINT/PAI exploitation directly supporting special operations, intelligence operations, kinetic/non-kinetic targeting, and/or HUMINT lead development
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with digital signature reduction
• Advanced proficiency in the current suite of available all-source intelligence tools, databases, and repositories, as well as analytic and targeting methodology
• Advanced proficiency with the current suite of available specific OSINT/PAI tools, databases, and repositories, as well as OSINT research and methodology, and a strong understanding of the digital information environment (including social media, the internet, commercially available data, and deep/dark web data sources)
• Advanced understanding of OSINT/PAI authorities, regulations, and policy
• Superior written communications skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Superior verbal briefing skills, with demonstrated history of briefing at the O5/GS14 level or above
• Must be willing to deploy as needed and have a valid US passport

Required Skills & Experience Expert

• Minimum of six (6) years of total experience as an intelligence analyst within the DoD or the Intelligence Community
• Minimum of two (2) years of specific experience in OSINT/PAI exploitation, analysis, and reporting
• Experience with traditional/legacy OSINT duties (i.e. reviewing, translating, and/or reporting on feeds from domestic or foreign PAI, social media, or news sources) will not be considered equivalent experience)
• Strong proficiency in the current suite of available all-source intelligence tools, databases, and repositories
• Strong proficiency in the current suite of available specific OSINT/PAI tools, databases, and repositories, as well as OSINT research and methodology
• Understanding of OSINT/PAI authorities, regulations, and policy
• Strong written communications skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Strong verbal briefing skills, able to brief senior leaders
• Must be willing to deploy as needed and have a valid US passport

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$98,000—$138,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).