Air Force AFSC · Intelligence
1N2X1 Signals Intelligence Analyst
Overview
A Signals Intelligence Analyst uses sophisticated equipment to extract, analyze, and identify foreign activity and communications from electromagnetic emissions. The analyst produces combat, strategic, and tactical intelligence reports and alerts commanders to unusual activity or critical situations.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Skill levels: 1N211 helper · 1N231 apprentice · 1N251 journeyman · 1N271 craftsman
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
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
- Apache Hive
- Apache Kafka
- Apache Spark
Civilian Career Paths
- Signals Intelligence
- Intelligence Analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)
Career Growth
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
What the Work Involves
- Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
- Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
- Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
- Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
- Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.
Related Occupations
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Private Detectives and Investigators
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 1N2X1. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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