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Intelligence Analyst Internships: Building Writing, Research, and Briefing Evidence
An intelligence analyst internship may appear within a broader agency student program rather than under that exact job title. DIA's Summer Internship Program, for example, offers paid, full-time work for undergraduate and graduate students across several functions. Compare the ac… more
What Makes a Strong Intelligence Analyst? Five Work Samples to Practice
What makes a good intelligence analyst is visible in the work: a judgment supported by sources, an explanation of uncertainty, and a clear distinction between evidence and assumptions. Practice those behaviors with a sourced timeline, competing-hypotheses worksheet, estimative as… more
Degrees for Intelligence Analysis: What Job Postings Accept Beyond Intelligence Studies
What degree do you need to become an intelligence analyst? Intelligence studies is not the only route: DHS Intelligence and Analysis lists education or experience in fields including history, political science, data science, geography, and natural sciences. The degree that qualif… more
Insider Threat Indicators: What Employees Must Report and What Not to Assume
Insider threat indicators include attempts to obtain information without authorization and unsafe handling of sensitive material. They are reasons to report a concern, not proof of malicious intent. For a cleared employee, the useful response is to describe the behavior accuratel… more
Intentional vs. Unintentional Insider Threat: Behaviors to Recognize
Insider threats are not always intentional and malicious. A mistaken recipient, a knowingly bypassed safeguard, or stolen account access can expose information without the employee intending that harm. CISA includes intentional and unintentional harm in its insider-threat definit… more