Navy NEC · Intelligence
K23A Strike Warfare Intelligence Analyst
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Strike Warfare Intelligence Analyst develops targets and performs Target Coordinate Mensuration to generate precision coordinates and other target intelligence for deliberate or dynamic targeting. They produce Joint Desired Point of Impact records and graphics, analyze imagery, maintain approved positioning data and imagery libraries, estimate collateral damage, and develop target deck nominations.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- target development
- target coordinate mensuration
- imagery research and analysis
- precision geopositioning
- target database management
- collateral damage estimation
- joint targeting processes
- digital graphics production
- mission intelligence reporting
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
- Geospatial Intelligence
- Intelligence Analysis
- Open Source Intelligence
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ArcGIS Pro Foundation 2101
- ArcGIS Pro Associate 2101
- GEOINT Professional Certification Fundamentals (GPC-F)
Career Growth
- GEOINT Professional Certification Geospatial Analysis (GPC GA-II)
- GEOINT Professional Certification Imagery Analysis (GPC IA-II)
- GISCI Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)
- ASPRS Certified Mapping Scientist Remote Sensing
Also Common
- Certified Photogrammetrist
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
- Remote Sensing Technicians
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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