Intelligence Analyst

Job Description

Posted on: 
February 12, 2025

Title: Intelligence Analyst

Pay: $25 to $28 an hour

Location: Sacramento, CA

Do you thrive on solving complex puzzles? Are you driven by intellectual curiosity and a passion for uncovering the truth? If so, UpStream Intelligence wants you!

UpStream Intelligence (www.upstream-intelligence.com) is a rapidly growing company specializing in complex investigations across a diverse range of areas. We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually gifted Intelligence Analyst to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to challenging and impactful work, with significant potential for growth within the company.

About the Role:

As an Intelligence Analyst at UpStream Intelligence, you will be at the forefront of our investigative efforts, working on a variety of cases that demand critical thinking, resourcefulness, and meticulous attention to detail. Your responsibilities will span across multiple intelligence disciplines, including:

  • Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
  • Cell Forensics and Location Tracking
  • Business Due Diligence and Asset Searches
  • Executive Anonymization (PII removal and online threat mitigation)
  • Counterintelligence and Threat Actor Unmasking
  • Jury Research
  • International Investigations (surveillance, public records, business inquiries)
  • General Corporate Intelligence

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate possesses a unique blend of intellectual horsepower, investigative acumen, and a proactive approach. Specifically, we require:

  • Exceptional Analytical and Reasoning Skills: You must be able to dissect complex information, identify key insights, and formulate logical conclusions.
  • Self-Directed Casework Management: You will be responsible for managing your own caseload, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Commitment to Quality: A dedication to producing high-quality intelligence products that meet the highest standards of accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Understanding of Intelligence Standards: Familiarity with intelligence community standards, including ICD-203, is essential. (Note: Candidates are expected to research and understand ICD-203 prior to application.)
  • Curiosity and Initiative: A natural inquisitiveness and a drive to explore alternative investigative avenues to further a case. You should be proactive in seeking out new information and developing innovative solutions.
  • Creative Problem-Solving: The ability to think outside the box and develop creative approaches to overcome investigative challenges.
  • Adaptability and Flexibility: Our work is dynamic and diverse. You must be able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage a varied caseload effectively.
  • Strong Communication Skills: The ability to clearly and concisely communicate findings, both verbally and in writing. Ability to contribute to a team environment where peer review, self-critique and collaborative thinking are critically important.
  • 2+ Years OSINT Experience Required: Experience may be supplemented by related military, police, intelligence, or legal sector work.

Why UpStream Intelligence?

  • Impactful Work: Contribute to challenging and meaningful investigations that make a real difference.
  • Growth Opportunities: We are a fast-growing company, offering significant potential for professional development and advancement.
  • Dynamic Environment: Work on a diverse range of cases that will keep you intellectually engaged and challenged.
  • Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team of talented and dedicated professionals.

To Apply:

If you are a highly motivated and intellectually curious individual with a passion for investigative work, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. This is not a remote work position and the successful candidate must be willing to work in the Sacramento, CA metropolitan area.

UpStream Intelligence is an equal opportunity employer.

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