Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst — Chinese Language (Mandarin)

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct OSINT collection, exploitation, and analysis in response to RFIs and OIC-directed tasking
• Collaborate with Government personnel to clarify and refine intelligence requirements
• Maintain structured databases supporting OSINT and analytical operations
• Mine and correlate open-source data to identify trends and patterns of interest
• Employ and evaluate COTS tools for aggregation, visualization, and assessment
• Apply managed attribution software and online tradecraft with sound OPSEC
• Integrate multiple data sources to produce high-value analytical products
• Develop and refine OSINT SOPs and tradecraft
• Train and mentor Marines in OSINT collection, analysis, and reporting
• Perform language-enabled analysis using Russian media, academic sources, and social platforms; translate to English as required
• Assess authenticity, credibility, and timeliness of collected information
• Produce written intelligence reports and briefings that meet IC and DoD standards (ICD 203, 206, 208)
• Brief findings and methods to tactical, operational, and strategic audiences
• Participate in operational meetings, training events, and interagency exercises

Required Qualifications

• Chinese Language (Mandarin) proficiency with DLPT 3/3 or higher (within 5 years)
• Completion of a joint-accredited OSINT course (for example EOSINT USMC, OS301 or OS302 Army, ONI OSINT Fundamentals, DIA BOTC, NGA OSINT, SOCOM NERD) or commercial equivalents (CASO, SANS SEC497 or SEC587)
• Demonstrated OSINT production supporting USG or DoD operations
• Proficiency with OSINT tools, social media exploitation, and visualization platforms
• Understanding of managed attribution and online OPSEC
• Excellent written and verbal communication; experience producing reports and briefings
• Familiarity with IC analytic standards and DoD OSINT policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring or instructing OSINT tradecraft
• Familiarity with IC production processes, NIC OSINT standards, Marine Corps intelligence operations
• Background in analytics, visualization, or data science