16003 Open Source Researcher

Job Title: 16003 Open Source Researcher
Location: Lackland AFB, TX
Clearance: Current/Active TS+
Please note that you must be a US citizen to apply to this job listing
Travel: 10%
Requisition: S4 TX16-004
CLC: 16003 Open Source Researcher

The Joint Information Operations Warfare Center (JIOWC) is the center of excellence for Information Operations (IO). The Joint OPSEC Support Element (JOSE) supports the Joint Staff's OPSEC proponent role and is responsible for providing OPSEC training, program review, planning, and survey and/or assessments to the Combatant Commands (CCMDs) and Joint Force Headquarters. As such, work under this contract shall support the Joint Staff, the CCMDs and their subordinate commands, the military services, DOD agencies, and other governmental agencies if authorized. Primary functions of the JOSE include OPSEC training, program review, OPSEC surveys and/or assessments, and planning and exercise support; all supported by open source research analysis. Services include OPSEC doctrinal and procedural advice, advocacy, and reach back support for deployed and TDY staff. The work provides the JOSE with trained and experienced OPSEC professionals to augment the JOSE staff. They will assist the CCMDs, Joint Task Forces (JTFs), military services, DOD agencies, and governmental entities as required to establish and maintain OPSEC programs and integrate OPSEC into operations, plans and exercises. They will also perform OPSEC surveys/ assessments that include analyzing threat vulnerabilities of programs and networks while assessing critical information and recommending countermeasures needed to mitigate those risks.

Job Duties: Provide support for all JIOWC in the area of OPSEC Open Source Researcher:
• Conduct open source research and analysis of CCMD and joint force military operations
• Provide timely detailed OSRA reports and briefings
• Develop and maintain a repository of OSRA results to include mission, source URL, date, activity synopsis and OPSEC Analysis
• Maintain knowledge and awareness of OSRA methodologies
• Provide government and contractor personnel internal training on OSRA methodologies. General Duties Include:
• Apply scientific discipline and determine the technical guidelines, operational requirements, and evaluation standards for the JIOWC to accomplish its JOSE mission
• Assist the CCMDs, JTF commanders, Services and DOD agencies to develop defensive IO strategies with emphasis placed on improving OPSEC
• Apply specific knowledge of OPSEC and broad knowledge of IO and supporting capabilities such as intelligence, counter-intelligence, threat analysis, cyber-related

Requisite Personnel Qualifications:
• Critical thinking skills, both qualitatively and quantitatively
• Ability to prepare a well-grounded, defensible argument
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with USSTRATCOM organization desired
• -Familiarity with Joint processes, operations, and commands.
• Must possess Level II expertise in presenting and developing documents, reports, and briefings for senior leadership
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting open source research of all sources (web, print, audio, video, etc.)
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting internet-based research including "deep dive" of the web of assigned topics
• Demonstrated ability to develop detailed reports and briefings of research
• Ability to develop or supplement keyword lists to conduct research
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a computer-based database of research results - desired
• Demonstrated ability to develop and conduct training on methodologies of open source research in support of the JOSE's mission set - desired
• Documented completed formal open source research training - desired
• Completion of OPSE 2500 or Service equivalent - desired

S4 Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package with 401(k), and universal time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. S4 participates in the E-Verify employment verification program. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding position, then we invite you to submit your resume including salary history and requirements. Candidate selected must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required by the contract at all times.

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