Army MOS · Intelligence
18F Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant
Overview
A Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant prepares intelligence estimates for mission planning and uses conventional and unconventional methods to collect and process intelligence. The sergeant establishes intelligence networks and security plans, trains indigenous and allied personnel, processes prisoners and detainees, safeguards classified documents, and conducts threat vulnerability assessments.
Minimum clearance: Secret at entry, TS/SCI to maintain
Core Skills
- all-source intelligence analysis
- tactical and operational intelligence preparation of the environment
- collection management and planning
- establishing and managing intelligence networks
- training and advising partner forces on intelligence
- threat and risk assessment
- mission planning support
- report writing and dissemination
- team leadership in austere environments
- operational security (OPSEC)
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Python
- Structured query language SQL
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Open Source Intelligence
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP)
- Physical Security Professional (PSP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Associate Protection Professional (APP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Collection Management Professional: Fundamental (CCMP-F) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Certified Department of Defense All-Source Analyst I (CDASA-I)
- GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF)
- GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) · Funded · Promotion points
- Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)
What the Work Involves
- Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.
- Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
- Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
- Obtain facts or statements from complainants, witnesses, and accused persons and record interviews, using recording device.
- Write reports or case summaries to document investigations.
Related Occupations
- Information Technology Project Managers
- Data Scientists
- Project Management Specialists
- Computer Systems Analysts
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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