All Source Intelligence Analyst SME

Job Title:All Source Intelligence Analyst SME

Job Code:SSE206

Location:Virginia Beach VA

Reports to:Program Manager

FLSA Status:Exempt

Supervisory:No supervisory/management authority

Prepared Date:10/8/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Position Summary:

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking an All Source Intelligence Analyst SME to support our USSOCOM program.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security

Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package so you have the flexibility to rest recharge and enjoy what matters most

Medical dental and vision insurance plus prescription drug coverage

Basic life and AD&D insurance with supplemental life options

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

Professional development training and certification support

Voluntary benefits including accident critical illness and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isnt just a promise its part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

Research identify and fuse available intelligence from all intelligence disciplines HUMINT SIGINT GEOINT OSINT/PAI Cyber and military reconnaissance

Produce intelligence products to drive the intelligence cycle to collaborate with counterparts in the Intel Community to inform current/future operations and to advise operational decision-makers.

Serve as the lead analyst and technical expert with primary analytic responsibility over their assigned portfolio and may mentor/guide more junior analysts.

Demonstrate subject matter expertise in proven analytic techniques and current analytic tools.

Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in producing high-quality comprehensive technical/non-technical intelligence products (assessments papers presentations) and can prepare and present formal or informal briefings as required.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

A minimum of ten (10) years of all-source intelligence analyst experience.

Proficiency knowledge and experience with current all-source analytical techniques theory methodologies processes and trends.

A minimum of five (5) years of current experience and knowledge of analytic tools developed within the last five (5) years.

At least three (3) years of experience writing formal finished intelligence assessments (e.g. white papers targeting packages or other serialized finished intelligence products).

Fused Intelligence Analysis and Visualization Tools including FADE MIST Proton IC Palantir and Analyst Notebook.

Geospatial Analysis Tools including Google Earth or ArcGIS.

SIGINT Analysis Tools including DataXplorer or ICREACH or Voltron.

Message Traffic Databases. Examples include M3/S3 TAC NGT/Trident RMT or others.

Proficiency with standard commercial software applications and web browsers (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite SharePoint Mozilla Firefox etc.) is also expected.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience working for or with national level intelligence agencies such as NSA CIA or DIA.

Knowledge of and recent experience with all-source intelligence tools to include the following:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

A minimum three (3) years of experience and knowledge in the area of intelligence support to special operations.

At least four (4) years of experience preparing and delivering intelligence briefings at the Colonel (O-6) / GS-15 level or higher.

Must be a US Citizen.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

Recent experience with the following specialized tools is highly desired: CHIMERA SKOPE Suite of Tools QLIX and DATAMINR.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Strategic Edge part of Cherokee Federal the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses is that team. We modernize aging systems deliver care where its needed most and keep missions supplied staffed and moving across defense intelligence and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients we take on the work others wont and deliver where it counts. If thats the kind of work youre looking for youve found your team. Learn more at .

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status disability or any other status protected under applicable federal state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

In accordance with Virginias pay transparency requirements the estimated annual salary range for this position is $130000 $135000. Actual compensation is based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process please contact Human Resources at