Central Intelligence Agency
Analytic Methodologist
Central Intelligence Agency, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Summary
Analytic Methodologists develop methods to add rigor to intelligence analysis and collection through statistical, econometric and mathematical assessments; geospatial modeling; or operations research.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees. Videos
Duties
As an Analytic Methodologist at CIA, you'll develop and apply methods to add rigor and precision to intelligence analysis and collection. Methodologists support Agency analysis through statistical, econometric and mathematical assessments; geospatial modeling; or operations research; and communicate findings via a broad range of written intelligence products and briefings.
You will have the opportunity to maintain and broaden your professional ties throughout your career through academic study, collaboration with Intelligence Community peers, and attendance at professional meetings.
Opportunities exist for foreign and domestic travel, language training, and analytic tradecraft and management training. You will have an opportunity to develop deep substantive expertise and participate in broadening assignments with other offices in the Agency and across the U.S. Government.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK. You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable. You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible). You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area. You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation. For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/ Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in one or more fields: Statistics Mathematics Econometrics GIS/remote sensing Operations research Computer or mathematical programming Demography Survey research, design, and analysis Gaming Modeling
Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications
Interest in international affairs Awareness of U.S. national security interests Foreign language proficiency (Foreign Language Bonus eligible) 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 Education
Advanced degree (some offices may accept qualified candidates with a Bachelor's degree.) At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred. Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications of the specific position to which you are applying. For further information about this position, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
For further information about this position, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit
https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/ , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to
MyLINK , which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
https://cia.gov/careers
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information. Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Required Documents
For further information about this position, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit
https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/ , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to
MyLINK , which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
https://cia.gov/careers
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Analytic Methodologists develop methods to add rigor to intelligence analysis and collection through statistical, econometric and mathematical assessments; geospatial modeling; or operations research.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees. Videos
Duties
As an Analytic Methodologist at CIA, you'll develop and apply methods to add rigor and precision to intelligence analysis and collection. Methodologists support Agency analysis through statistical, econometric and mathematical assessments; geospatial modeling; or operations research; and communicate findings via a broad range of written intelligence products and briefings.
You will have the opportunity to maintain and broaden your professional ties throughout your career through academic study, collaboration with Intelligence Community peers, and attendance at professional meetings.
Opportunities exist for foreign and domestic travel, language training, and analytic tradecraft and management training. You will have an opportunity to develop deep substantive expertise and participate in broadening assignments with other offices in the Agency and across the U.S. Government.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK. You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable. You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible). You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area. You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation. For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/ Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in one or more fields: Statistics Mathematics Econometrics GIS/remote sensing Operations research Computer or mathematical programming Demography Survey research, design, and analysis Gaming Modeling
Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications
Interest in international affairs Awareness of U.S. national security interests Foreign language proficiency (Foreign Language Bonus eligible) 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 Education
Advanced degree (some offices may accept qualified candidates with a Bachelor's degree.) At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred. Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications of the specific position to which you are applying. For further information about this position, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
For further information about this position, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit
https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/ , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to
MyLINK , which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
https://cia.gov/careers
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information. Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Required Documents
For further information about this position, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit
https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/analytic-methodologist/ , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to
MyLINK , which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
https://cia.gov/careers
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request