Intelligence Analyst Senior

Job Duties The Virginia Department of Emergency Management is currently seeking a qualifiedcandidate to become our Intelligence Analyst SeniorThe Intelligence Analyst Senior – Cyber position supports the Virginia Fusion Center by enhancing statewide cyber preparedness, intelligence, and response capabilities. This role focuses on cyber-specific planning, policy development, threat analysis, and stakeholder engagement.Key Responsibilities:- Provide cyber planning support to state and local agencies and critical infrastructure partners.- Develop and advise on cyber policies tailored to public sector needs.- Monitor emerging cyber threats and recommend updates to policies and procedures.- Assist with incident response planning and provide guidance during cyber events.- Conduct cyber risk assessments and support compliance with relevant standards.- Analyze intelligence from various sources to identify threats and trends.- Deliver cyber awareness training and briefings to stakeholders.- Support the VFC’s broader mission of intelligence sharing and coordination on criminal and terrorism-related threats. - Must have a valid driver’s license.- Must hold current or possess the ability to obtain a federal security clearance.- Requires ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.- ‎Must be a U.S. citizen (required for security clearance eligibility). Minimum Qualifications - In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices, or ability to learn. - Working knowledge of research, analysis, planning, and measurement techniques.- Knowledge of risk management concepts (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).- Knowledge of comprehensive emergency management planning or knowledge of policy analysis practices preferred. - Knowledge of cybersecurity related standards, regulations, frameworks, and relevant state laws and regulations are desired. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex cyber risks and develop practical mitigation strategies. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.- Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and complete files, manage multiple priorities, and follow oral and written instructions. - Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills and establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel. Additional Considerations - Experience in the intelligence community, emergency management, or public safety field is highly preferred. - Experience in policy development, strategic planning, and/or risk management, preferably in a government or critical infrastructure environment is desired. - Relevant cybersecurity certifications including but not limited to CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are a plus. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applications will only be accepted on-line through the State Job website. Applications must include all work history and references. The decision to interview an applicant is solely based on the information provided in the application materials. Therefore, it is essential to provide enough information to make this assessment.Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a fingerprint-based criminal history background check, Division of Motor Vehicle check, employment reference check, and E-Verify. The selected candidate must complete a State of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code 2.2-3114). Other financial, credit, driving, or degree verification checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions. A one-year probationary period is required of all newly hired and re-hired Commonwealth of Virginia employees.The salary for this position is negotiable up to the maximum hiring range listed in this posting. Offers will not be made outside of the hiring range. This is a restricted position due to the funding source.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. VDEM does not provide sponsorship to prospective or current employees. Applicants applying for a position with our agency must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.The Virginia Department of Emergency Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Information Name: Human Resources Phone: (804) 366-7942 Email: ov In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.