Marine Corps MOS · Intelligence
0231 Intelligence Specialist
Overview
An Intelligence Specialist researches, filters, records, analyzes, produces, and disseminates information and intelligence. Depending on rank and assignment, the specialist may supervise intelligence sections or perform collection requirements management, targeting, intelligence analysis, open source intelligence analysis, and intelligence operations duties.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- intelligence analysis
- all-source research and fusion
- data collection and validation
- report writing and briefing
- geospatial and imagery interpretation
- pattern and trend analysis
- open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques
- database querying and exploitation
- requirements management
- time-sensitive analysis and production
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Python
- Structured query language SQL
- ESRI ArcGIS software
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Open Source Intelligence
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) · Funded
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence (GOSI) · Funded
- GIAC Strategic OSINT Analyst (GSOA)
- Certified All Source Intelligence Professional (CASIP)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) · Funded
Career Growth
- Certified Counterintelligence Threat Analyst (CCTA) · Funded
- Certified GIS/LIS Technologist
- Certified Photogrammetric Technologist
- Certified in Open Source Intelligence (C/OSINT)
- GIAC Battlefield Forensics and Acquisition (GBFA)
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.
- Gather and compile geographic data from sources such as censuses, field observations, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
- Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Related Occupations
- Information Technology Project Managers
- Data Scientists
- Geodetic Surveyors
- Project 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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