Marine Corps MOS · Intelligence
0202 Intelligence Officer
Overview
An Intelligence Officer advises commanders and staffs on intelligence functions and operations while collecting, analyzing, and evaluating information. The officer estimates operational situations, coordinates and executes approved intelligence activities, and oversees unit communications, logistics, maintenance, discipline, welfare, and employment when serving as a commander or officer in charge.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- all-source intelligence analysis
- indications and warning analysis
- threat assessment and risk analysis
- intelligence preparation of the battlespace (IPB)
- collection management and requirements
- briefing and presentation to senior leaders
- writing intelligence estimates and reports
- targeting support and battle damage assessment
- operational planning and staff integration
- team leadership and mentoring
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
- Intelligence Analysis
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)
- Certified Department of Defense All-Source Analyst I (CDASA-I)
- Certified Collection Management Professional: Fundamental (CCMP-F)
Career Growth
- Certified All Source Intelligence Professional (CASIP)
- Joint Intelligence Planner-Proficiency Level I (JIP-I)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
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
- Information Security Analysts
- Security Management Specialists
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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