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Careers / Intelligence Analysts |
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Summary Description |
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Gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems. Use intelligence data to anticipate and prevent organized crime activities, such as terrorism. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Chief Investigator |
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CIA Agent (Central Intelligence Agency Agent) |
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Counter Intelligence Agent |
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Counterintelligence Analyst |
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Crime Analyst |
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Criminal Intelligence Analyst |
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Criminal Intelligence Analyst Supervisor |
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Criminal Intelligence Specialist |
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Criminal Research Specialist |
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Detective and Intelligence Analyst |
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Director Intelligence Analysis Programs |
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Director of Intelligence |
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Intel Analyst |
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Intelligence Agent |
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Intelligence Analyst |
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Intelligence Group Supervisor |
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Intelligence Officer |
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Intelligence Research Specialist |
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Intelligence Specialist |
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Investigative Research Specialist |
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Program Research Specialist |
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Project Manager |
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Supervising Law Enforcement Analyst |
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Supervisor Intelligence Analyst |
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Job Tasks |
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Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
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Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
- Use databases to locate investigation details or other information.
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Prepare comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, or charts based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.
- Prepare investigation or incident reports.
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Study activities relating to narcotics, money laundering, gangs, auto theft rings, terrorism, or other national security threats.
- Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
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Collaborate with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.
- Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information.
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Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
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Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
- Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence.
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Link or chart suspects to criminal organizations or events to determine activities and interrelationships.
- Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
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Study the assets of criminal suspects to determine the flow of money from or to targeted groups.
- Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
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Design, use, or maintain databases and software applications, such as geographic information systems (GIS) mapping and artificial intelligence tools.
- Use databases to locate investigation details or other information.
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Predict future gang, organized crime, or terrorist activity, using analyses of intelligence data.
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
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Establish criminal profiles to aid in connecting criminal organizations with their members.
- Record information about suspects or criminals.
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Gather and evaluate information, using tools such as aerial photographs, radar equipment, or sensitive radio equipment.
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
- Operate surveillance equipment to detect suspicious or illegal activities.
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Interview, interrogate, or interact with witnesses or crime suspects to collect human intelligence.
- Interview people to gather information about criminal activities.
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Study communication code languages or foreign languages to translate intelligence.
- Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
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Develop defense plans or tactics, using intelligence and other information.
- Determine operational procedures.
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Prepare plans to intercept foreign communications transmissions.
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Operate cameras, radios, or other surveillance equipment to intercept communications or document activities.
- Operate surveillance equipment to detect suspicious or illegal activities.
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Work Activities |
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Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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Selling or Influencing Others —
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
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Staffing Organizational Units —
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization. |
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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Nature of the Work |
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Working Conditions |
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Interesting Fact |
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While anesthesiologists have one of the highest incomes of all professions, they typically pay over 20% of their after-tax income for professional liability insurance. |
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