Agile Defense · 3 months ago
Open Source Monitoring Specialist
Rosslyn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAgile Defense is an award-winning national security company focused on innovative solutions for critical missions. They are seeking an Open Source Monitoring Specialist to support a federal law enforcement client's Open Source Intelligence Program by identifying potential threats using advanced research techniques and tools.
Information ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct open source monitoring, research, and support to overseas personnel, domestic investigative offices, protection details, and external consumers
Quickly, clearly, and concisely communicate potential threats and other relevant information
Utilize specialized tools, and advanced search techniques to identify potential threats
Use ad-hoc Program guidance in the creation of Boolean or other query-language algorithms used in commercial and unclassified tools
Review incoming open source information to assess the accuracy, credibility, validity, and relevance of known media sources
Prepare preliminary referrals to other law enforcement, protection, or intelligence groups
Provide technical advice and guidance in the planning and execution of open source collection operations
Support large-scale, multi-national events domestically and abroad (as available and if desired)
Assist training teams in the development of training modules
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and at least 1 year of relevant experience or at least 3 years of relevant experience without a degree. Relevant experience includes any positions that required advanced online research or other investigative techniques
Strong ability to communicate effectively and succinctly, both verbally and in writing
Ability to write clearly and concisely
Ability to clearly summarize information in writing
Knowledge of internet-based research, including Boolean logic
Knowledge of machine language translation methods
Demonstrated ability to learn new software
Ability to establish liaison and interact effectively with individuals at all levels
Preferred
Knowledge of popular and fringe social media platforms
Completed Open Source Intelligence or advanced internet research training course
Benefits
Health/dental/vision insurance coverage
401K with company match
PTO & paid holidays
Annual tuition/training assistance
Company
Agile Defense
Agile Defense is an information technology company located in Reston. It is a sub-organization of Agile-BOT.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-11-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Rick Wagner
Chief Executive Officer
B
Bill Luebke
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-18
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