MidGrowing growth
Intelligence Analyst
Analyze information to protect national security
$60,000 – $120,000/yrAssess threats, synthesize intelligence reports, and brief decision-makers in government agencies.
Highlights
Common tasks
Analyze intelligence data, write assessments, brief officials, and track threat indicators.
Potential downsides
Classified work isolation, shift work, and high-stakes analytical errors.
Skills
ResearchWritingNegotiationCommunicationDecision makingStrategic thinking
Interests
Law & policyFinance & investingSocial impactBusiness & strategy
Industries
Government
Work style
AnalyticalIndependentCollaborativePeople-focused
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