Intel Analysis SME III

Overview:

Pherson is seeking an Intelligence Analysis Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide senior-level analytic leadership in support of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Nation State Threat Center (NSTC). The SME will guide complex all-source analytic efforts, shape product development, and ensure rigorous application of analytic standards across mission areas addressing nation state threats. This role advises on intelligence gaps and collection requirements, supports high-visibility briefings and executive-level deliverables, and contributes to engagement strategies and interagency coordination efforts. The SME will also provide mentorship and quality review to strengthen analytic rigor and mission impact. This position is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated start date of May 1st, 2026.

Job Title: Subject Matter Expert – Level 3

Location: Washington, D.C.

Operating Hours and Expectations: This position anticipates onsite work with standard work hours, Monday-Friday. Extended hours may be required during peak periods

Security Clearance:  TS/SCI, with DHS suitability

Position Type: Full-Time

Travel: Local travel, as required

Experience and Knowledge Requirements:

• Five (5) years Intelligence Community (IC) experience desired; DHS intelligence analysis and production experience preferred.
• Experience as a formally designated finished intelligence production reviewer for drafting all-source analytic products in an Intelligence Community entity desired; Experience reviewing and providing similar feedback at DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis as highly desired.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience working economic security issues related to, counterintelligence, supply chain vulnerabilities, illicit trade, emerging and disruptive technologies, or foreign investment.
• Knowledge of the DHS I&A intelligence authorities, DHS component missions, and the role of I&A in supporting the DHS Intelligence Enterprise; overall I&A intelligence research, analysis, and production process.
• Experience demonstrating knowledge of critical threats to US economic competitiveness and counterintelligence including, but are not limited to, supply chain vulnerabilities, illicit trade, foreign malign economic influence, emerging and disruptive technologies, foreign intelligence entities, non-traditional collection activities, and intellectual property theft.
• An understanding of nation state political-economic analytic expertise conducive to foreign malign economy analysis.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. Intelligence Community Directives ICD 203 and ICD 206 and analytic tradecraft, experienced in research and applying analytic techniques and methodologies, has strong research and writing skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution with preferred concentrations in areas such as International Studies or Affairs, Economics, International Trade, Intelligence, Public Administration, Public Policy, American Government/Governance, or Law/Legal Studies.
• Demonstrated experience applying critical thinking acumen displayed by the ability to analyze information, evaluate evidence, and make reasoned decisions or judgments. Skills required include logical reasoning, problem-solving, and the ability to assess situations objectively while maintaining awareness and avoidance of biases.
• Possess excellent oral, writing, and coordination skills to communicate information clearly and concisely, under pressure and with tight deadlines that exceeds established analytical standards.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite and DHS data systems.

About Pherson

Pherson was founded in response to requests for analytic, instructional, and management support from the Intelligence Community. We are a dynamic team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals dedicated to providing top quality consulting, leadership development, and training services to the US Government and commercial clients. To learn more about us and the important work we do with our clients, visit our website at www.pherson.org. 

Pherson offers a full suite of benefits: health, dental and vision insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance and life insurance; paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; and 401k retirement plan.

Pherson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.