Army MOS · Intelligence
35S Signals Acquisition/Exploitation Analyst
Overview
Signals acquisition and exploitation analysts conduct and supervise the tasking, survey, collection, geolocation, processing, and exploitation of foreign signals through technical signals intelligence and communications intelligence analysis. They disseminate findings across tactical, operational, and strategic levels, assist with collection management, and operate cryptologic equipment.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- signals collection and analysis
- TechSIGINT and COMINT exploitation
- signal survey and geolocation
- collection management support
- electromagnetic spectrum analysis
- technical report writing
- pattern and anomaly detection
- use of cryptologic equipment
- multi-INT fusion support
- operating in secure and tactical environments
Civilian Software & Tools
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Python
- Structured query language SQL
- Microsoft Power BI
- Database software
- Microsoft Excel
- Apache Hadoop
- Linux
Civilian Career Paths
- Signals Intelligence
- Intelligence Analysis
- Radio Frequency Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+ · Funded · Promotion points
- CompTIA Security+ · Funded · Promotion points
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence (GOSI) · Funded · Promotion points
- Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)
- RF Interference Mitigation (RFIM)
Career Growth
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) · Funded · Promotion points
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) · Funded · Promotion points
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.
- Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
- Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Related Occupations
- Data Scientists
- Software Developers
- Database Architects
- Project Management Specialists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 35S. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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