Air Force
INTELLIGENCE

AFSC

1N2X1

Signals Intelligence Analyst

Description

As technology becomes more sophisticated, so does the way we have to gather and interpret information. Utilizing sophisticated equipment, Signals Intelligence Analysts extract, analyze and identify foreign activity and communication that come from electromagnetic emissions. These analysts relay their findings by producing combat, strategic and tactical intelligence reports and notify the appropriate commanders of unusual activity or critical situations so we can respond with the necessary speed, force and precision.

Core Skills

  • signals intelligence analysis
  • radio frequency spectrum analysis
  • ELINT and COMINT processing
  • data correlation and pattern analysis
  • technical report writing and intelligence briefing
  • target development and characterization
  • use of classified databases and tools
  • metadata analysis
  • time-sensitive reporting and alerting
  • multi-source fusion and validation
  • analytic tradecraft and critical thinking
  • operations in SCIF environments
  • secure communications procedures
  • mission planning and collection management

Common Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
  • GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Splunk Core Certified Power User

Civilian Career Paths

  • SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • CYBERSECURITY
  • NETWORK OPERATIONS

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