Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst

Peraton • Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by analyzing and fusing data from open-source, commercial, government, and technical sources to identify and assess threats impacting CBP missions, systems, and personnel.
This position focuses on all-source intelligence analysis, producing actionable intelligence to support CBP operational, investigative, and strategic decision-making across multiple mission areas.
Support will be provided across multiple mission locations:
Ashburn, VA
Sterling, VA
Washington, D.C.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA. 12 years with a HS diploma/equivalent may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in all-source intelligence analysis, threat intelligence, or related analytical roles.
• Demonstrated experience producing intelligence assessments, threat reports, and executive briefings.
• Experience with intelligence analysis platforms (e.g., Palantir, i2 Analyst’s Notebook, Maltego) and data visualization tools.
• Working knowledge of Python or R and SQL for data preparation and analysis.
• Strong analytical, writing, and briefing skills with the ability to communicate findings to diverse audiences.
• Understanding of legal, privacy, and ethical considerations in intelligence analysis.
• Active and current TS/SCI clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain CBP BI suitability
• U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Data Science, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in cyber threat intelligence, protective intelligence, or influence operations analysis.
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework and adversary TTP analysis.
• Experience with graph databases, entity resolution, or network analysis methodologies.
• Exposure to cloud analytics platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and large-scale data environments.
• Experience supporting DHS, CBP, or other federal intelligence programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all-source threat analysis by integrating open-source, commercial, government, and technical data to identify emerging threats and risks.
• Produce intelligence assessments, threat reports, and executive briefings supporting CBP operational and strategic decision-making.
• Apply structured analytic techniques to evaluate information, assess confidence levels, and deliver timely Indications & Warning (I&W) products.
• Analyze adversary tactics, techniques, and patterns across domains including transnational crime, cyber-enabled threats, foreign influence, and protective security risks.
• Use analytic and visualization tools such as Palantir, i2 Analyst’s Notebook, Maltego, Power BI, or Tableau to investigate and communicate threat insights.
• Leverage Python, R, or SQL to support data analysis, enrichment, and analytic workflows.
• Conduct link analysis, network analysis, and pattern analysis to identify relationships between entities, events, and threat actors.
• Monitor global and domestic developments to identify potential impacts to CBP operations, infrastructure, and personnel.
• Ensure intelligence activities comply with CBP/DHS legal, privacy, and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and mission stakeholders to deliver timely, mission-relevant intelligence products.
• Position is contingent upon contract award

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level