Job Description Intelligence

Write a synthesis of these six Communications major, entry level positions detailed below. For this assignment, a synthesis is NOT six individual descriptions. It is a view across the six. What is common, overlapping, or recurring among the qualifications? Also, pick one of the common features across the positions and discuss what experiences and achievements you could supply to make the case that you are qualified for the position. Note: applicant has no job experience, but is a Division 1 basketball player with team oriented and communication qualifications. The synthesis should be in a separate document and should be at least 800 words.

THE SIX ARE AS FOLLOWED

1. BAE Systems USA

Jr. Intelligence Analyst I

McLean, VA

Job Description Intelligence Analyst I responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

Selects, abstracts, or excerpts data from specific sources and compiles them; •Evaluates and makes preliminary analyses of raw intelligence data in items of such factors as adequacy of detail and coverage;

•Maintains files of raw or abstracted data;

•Provides services that seek, capture, consolidate, and synthesize locally relevant data to create and maintain baseline domain awareness for the FBIs area of responsibility, including observed and potential threat components, indicators, vulnerabilities, and domain intelligence gaps;

•Develops and maintains source identification products; and

•Receives and analyzes information assessing office collection capabilities against the FBIs priority criminal and national security threats, indicators and/or gaps.

Required Skills and Education •The Intelligence analyst position shall demonstrate attention to detail

•Demonstrate ability, tenacity, and patience to follow detailed procedures in a repetitive process.

•Display a professional demeanor at all times regardless of the circumstance.

Demonstrate oral communication and interpersonal skills to work within a team environment.

•Have the ability to not share work information with others outside assigned NSB Unit/Section and its partners during and after employment.

Demonstrate written communication skills sufficient to explain actions taken and how recommendations were derived.

•Be able to navigate Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel).

Be able to evaluate incoming reports and information.

•Be able to identify relevant data sources to clarify or corroborate investigative or operational intelligence community initiatives.

Be able to access information from classified and open source databases.

•Be able to analyze and interpret information from a variety of classified and open source databases.

Be able to evaluate information using good judgment and decision making.

•Be able to extract and analyze precise and exact information and details obtained from observation and research.

Preferred Skills and Education Bachelor Degree or equivalent relevant experience is required. Associate Degree +2 years of relevant experience, or 4 years of relevant experience

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems Intelligence & Security, based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. That’s BAE Systems. That’s Inspired Work. Equal Opportunity Employer/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Gender Expression. To see Inspired Work in action, visit www.baesystems.com and follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/baesystemsintel.

2. Craig Technologies

Project Coordinator I-IV

Title: Project Coordinator 1-4

Location: Langley Research Center (LaRC), Langley, VA

Clearance: NASA MRPT – Public Trust

Citizenship Requirement: yes

Req #: 2313

Salary: Competitive •These positions are contingent upon award – Award details available Spring-Summer 2020.*

Craig Technologies – brains and home of the creators of CraigX and SSIKLOPS for the ISS! Our engineering teams are designing and/or building flight and/or ground hardware for every US space program. Those programs include Commercial Crew, Commercial Cargo, Space Launch System (SLS), Orion, Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB), Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicles (EELV), International Space Station (ISS), Commercial Space to include SpaceX, Blue Origin and One Web (with more to come) and the Lunar Gateway. Notably, Craig Technologies has commercialized a microgravity experiment platform on the ISS (Craig-X) allowing commercial companies, government agencies and academic institutions to test materials and electronics in space and also provides microsatellite mission, operations and integration services using the largest satellite developer on the ISS – supporting satellites up to 250 lbs. The timeline for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) deployment is as little as 14 months based upon the satellite development stage.

Marshall Integrated Program Support Services (MIPSS) for Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) provides engineering support and business support services with an environment that enables and promotes technical excellence. MIPSS support at MSFC programmatic activities provides the necessary services to assure disciplined performance of work and timely application of resources.

Summary: Craig Technologies has contingent openings for a Project Coordinators at multiple NASA Centers

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Detailed Description:

Under close supervision, provides technical support for planning, coordination, integration, and review in direct support of routine activities for program, project, and/or organization. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, facilitating communication flow across program, project, and/or organizational interfaces; tracking government products and deliverables; tracking all program, project, and/or organization actions to maintain status and ensure on-time closure; preparing and monitoring facilities for technical training, teleconferencing, and meetings; and maintaining program-, project-, and/or organization-wide calendars or other support documents.

Position Requirements: •Non-negotiable requirements to be considered and hired for this position

•Minimum Educational Requirements include AS/AA and/or 0-5 years of applicable experience.

•Must be able to pass a NASA background check (MRPT)

Desired Experience: •Training and/or Certification in Project Coordination, Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma or other project related focus are highly desired. Must have MS Office skills. MS Project is desired.

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Detailed Description:

Under minimal supervision, provides technical support for planning, coordination, integration, review, and reporting in direct support of routine and non-routine activities for program, project, and/or organization. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, facilitating communication flow across program, project, and/or organizational interfaces; tracking government products and deliverables; tracking all program, project, and/or organizational actions to maintain status and ensure on-time closure; preparing and monitoring facilities for technical training, teleconferencing, and meetings; and maintaining program-, project-, and/or organization-wide calendars or other support documents.

Position Requirements: •Non-negotiable requirements to be considered and hired for this position

•Minimum Educational Requirements include AS/AA and/or 0-5 years of applicable experience.

•Must be able to pass a NASA background check (MRPT)

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Detailed Description:

Provides independent technical support for planning, coordination, integration, review, and reporting in direct support of complex activities for program, project, and/or organization. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, interacting with program or project management and stakeholders to develop and analyze program/project subsystems management status reports; facilitating communication flow across program, project, and/or organizational interfaces; tracking government products and deliverables; tracking all program, project, and organizational actions to maintain status and ensure on-time closure; and maintaining program-, project-, and organization-wide support documents.

Position Requirements: •Non-negotiable requirements to be considered and hired for this position

•Minimum Educational Requirements include AS/AA and/or 0-5 years of applicable experience.

•Must be able to pass a NASA background check (MRPT)

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Detailed Description:

Provides independent technical support for planning, coordination, integration, review, and reporting in direct support of complex and strategic activities for program, project, or organization. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, interacting with senior levels of program or project management and stakeholders to develop and analyze program/project management status reports; preparing/presenting project level presentations for internal and external use; facilitating communication flow across program, project, and/or organizational interfaces; tracking government products and deliverables; tracking all program, project, and/or organizational actions to maintain status and ensure on-time closure; and maintaining program-, project-, and organization-wide support documents.

Position Requirements: •Non-negotiable requirements to be considered and hired for this position

•Minimum Educational Requirements include AS/AA and/or 0-5 years of applicable experience.

•Must be able to pass a NASA background check (MRPT)

Craig Technologies is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other non-job-related protected status. All candidates selected will be subject to a security background investigation and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

3. National Security Agency

Program Manager – Entry Level

Fort Meade, MD

$102K-$134K (Glassdoor est.)

Program Manager – Entry Level

Job Description

Program Manager – Entry Level

Fort Meade, MD
Pay Plan: GG
Grade: 07/1 to 09/10
Open: 2020-02-27, Close: 2020-06-30

Job Posting: 1144257

NSA Overview:

The professionals at the National Security Agency (NSA) have one common goal: to protect our nation. The mission requires a strong offense and a steadfast defense. The offense collects, processes and disseminates intelligence information derived from foreign signals for intelligence and counterintelligence purposes. The defense prevents adversaries from gaining access to sensitive classified national security information.

In support of the NSA mission, as a Program Manager (PM) you will be responsible for ensuring the optimum mix of cost, schedule, performance, and system supportability throughout the life cycle of a program to realize mission outcomes. While operating at a high ops tempo, the selectee will interface with various levels of personnel, management, and organizations throughout the Agency, as well as with external customers and contractors. PMs leverage their expertise from a variety of areas (e.g., computer science, systems engineering, infrastructure and logistics, intelligence and language analytics, among others) to effectively and efficiently deliver the programs that protect the nation.

Description of Position:

We are seeking passionate Program Managers to lead and shape the future of program management functions. Entry-level PMs will be hired directly into an organization or hired into the Program Manager Development Program (PMDP) – a 3 year development program that combines advanced training and diverse work assignments, followed by a 1-year post obligation in a Program Manager position.

As an entry-level Program Manager at the NSA, your responsibilities may include:

Establishing and managing cost, schedule and performance baselines for programs
Implementing best practices and processes to track progress of services and development of capabilities in terms of defined cost, schedule, and performance outcomes
Adjusting priorities and resource allocation based upon objective program performance data
Providing metrics and analysis to support forward-looking decision-making based on data
Establishing governance processes for program and related reviews.
Overseeing testing that satisfies DoD/ODNI/Industry guidelines while demonstrating that an acceptable level of customer expectations have been assessed and met.
Leveraging data and analysis from systems engineers, configuration managers, contracting officers, and/or financial managers to inform program performance measures.
Providing program status reports and briefings to internal management, NSA senior leadership and government oversight officials in the DoD, ODNI, and Congress.
Collaborating with senior leaders, senior technical leaders, system engineers, and fellow program managers to help develop a strategic vision and goal for the organization.

Job Summary

The National Security Agency employs a wide variety of business professionals who play a critical role through budgetary and contract activities that support our nation’s security every day. We rely on the skills of our acquisition, finance, and accounting professionals to support the internal infrastructure of a federal agency comparable in size and budget to Fortune 100 companies. You formulate and execute budget resources, develop and allocate manpower resources and even provide guidance on implementing policy on cost, finance, and accounting. Start a career where you become a steward of taxpayer dollars, seeking the greatest return that money can provide: a superior intelligence service for the safety and security of our nation.

Qualifications

Salary Range: $48,670 – $77,396 (Entry/Developmental)

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates’ education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.

Entry is with a Bachelor’s degree and no experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.

Degree must be in a Business Field (e.g., Program Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, and Economics) or a Technical Field (e.g., Engineering, Systems Management, Computer Science, and Information Technology).

Relevant experience must be in program management (e.g., trend and forecast analysis, earned value management, cost benefit analysis, balanced scorecard, activity based costing, life cycle cost estimating, activity based budgeting, and gap analysis).

Competencies

The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning; who possesses strong communication (both oral and written), problem-solving, and interpersonal skills along with a great eye for detail; and who is adaptable. Strong preference given to applicants with a major in a Business Field (e.g., Program Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, and Economics) or a Technical Field (e.g., Engineering, Systems Management, Computer Science, and Information Technology).

Knowledge and experience in the following areas is desired:

Leading people and/or projects
Understanding information technology and telecommunications products, programs, tools, and processes
Working effectively (independently and/or within teams) across functional areas in a collaborative environment
Managing multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverables
Effectively using Microsoft Office suite of tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Project)

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

On-the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.

If you choose to participate in the Program Management Development Program a condition of your employment will be contingent upon the following: During this three-year commitment you will receive specialized training and rotate throughout the business and capabilities organizations. Following successful completion of the program you will assume a position within NSA’s Business Management & Acquisition or Capabilities Organization to fulfill a one-year post program obligation.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply’ button located at the top right of this posting. After completing the application for the first time, or reviewing previously entered information, and clicking the ‘Submit’ button, you will receive a confirmation email. Please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept emails from [email protected].

**PLEASE NOTE: U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. Reasonable accommodations provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.

Please note that you may be asked a series of questions depending on the position you apply for. Your responses will be used as part of the screening process of your application and will assist in determining your eligibility for the position. Be sure to elaborate on experiences in your resume. Failure to provide the required information or providing inaccurate information will result in your application not being considered for this position. Only those applicants who meet the qualifications for the position will be contacted to begin employment processing.

Please Note: Job Posting could close earlier than the closing date due to sufficient number of applicants or position no longer available. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

DCIPS Disclaimer

The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority.

4. Alethea Group is seeking Analysts to join a fast-growing start-up committed to detecting and mitigating disinformation. Analysts lead daily research into social media manipulation and online threats targeting clients, participate in client briefings, support trainings, and support business growth. As part of being a founding member of a start-up, Analysts should be able to help drive and develop new products to meet a dynamic set of customer needs and be able to distill massive sets of social media data and other relevant data sets into actionable information to be used by a variety of stakeholders. This is an analyst position not a policy position.

Alethea Group Analysts will need to be vigilant in protecting clients against social media manipulation, think creatively about the datasets they analyze, and identify ways to improve processes and work as a team. Responsibilities include:

Provide daily insights into social media conversations and identify trends of manipulation for a variety of clients with different goals
Conduct targeted research to support development of a variety of different products

Be willing to become a subject matter expert and research a topic for up to one year
Be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks with guidance from Senior Analysts
Be able to support trainings led by Senior Analysts

Identify new trends in social media manipulation and disinformation

Participate in client meetings and be able to brief findings succinctly
Contribute to public facing research in order to share new trends with the broader research community and American public.

This position reports to a Senior Analyst.

Qualifications:

Experience in qualitative and quantitative research, with a strong preference for experience using social media data.
Demonstration of understanding, either through research, study, or experience, in one of the following areas: Social media research; anti-money laundering; government and politics; campaigns and elections; computer science; information operations; artificial intelligence; machine learning; quantitative analysis; cyber security
An understanding of the American political process, electoral process
Experience briefing decision makers orally and in writing on complex and disparate findings into succinct, actionable information
Degrees are good. Impact is better.

Equally important to the ability to perform the duties above, Alethea Group is especially interested in the cultural fit for our team:

A relentlessly positive attitude and the ability to balance work and life efficiently in order to get the job done, without sacrificing sanity. A sense of humor is a plus.
A roll up your sleeves attitude. This is a start-up, and no job is too small.
Integrity in unregulated, unchartered territory. There are very few rules governing the information space, and Alethea Group employees will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to the firm’s ethical standards.
A constant desire to learn and be challenged by team members of all levels. Our titles are to help our clients identify roles and responsibilities, but on our teams we should be challenging each other to think outside the box, develop creative solutions, and build something together.
An understanding of the political and economic systems in the United States, and how disinformation poses a threat to institutions.
The ability to demonstrate discretion. Our clients are sensitive. Their data is sensitive.
We adhere to Fight Club’s first two rules (there are other rules too but, you get it—if you don’t get it, google it).
The ability to communicate directly and get the job done. We’re not a “meeting-before- the-meeting” kind of place.
An ability to thrive in ambiguity. Create a structure that works for you and your team. We are not micromanagers.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary for this position is $40,000-55,000, commensurate with experience.
Health care at the gold-tier level is fully funded by the employer.
Unlimited sick leave. 12 days PTO and 10 Federal Holidays.
Employer sponsored 401k available 2021.

All offers are contingent upon final award of contract. Candidates with non- traditional and diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000.00 to $55,000.00 /year

Experience:

Campaign: 1 year (Preferred)
Social Media Monitoring: 1 year (Preferred)
Research: 1 year (Preferred)

Additional Compensation:

Bonuses

Work Location:

Multiple locations
Fully Remote

Benefits:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Work from home
Other

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Company’s website:

www.aletheagroup.com

Benefit Conditions:

Waiting period may apply
Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

Temporarily due to COVID-19

5. Come spend a summer in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin and have the opportunity to make a real impact on young campers and athletes. The person in this role will be the head of our photography program this summer, which includes being responsible for 200+ photos, editing and distribution each day. You will also have the opportunity to counsel and mentor our campers and you will be part of our media team organizing our social media platform, video output and other campaigns during the summer. Not to mention it will be the best summer of your life!

We provide Salary and Room & Board.

Camp Menominee

www.campmenominee.com

5035 County D, Eagle River, Wisconsin 54521, United States

50 – 100 employees

Sports & Leisure

Camp Menominee is a residential summer camp located in Northern Wisconsin. We specialize in athletics, outdoor education and youth development. We have an amazing group of campers and staff from around the world each summer. We like to say, “The boy you want your son to be, comes home from Camp Menominee.”

6. Financial Consultant Leadership Development

AXA Advisors, LLC – Baltimore

Full-Time Job

Washington, DC and 5 more

Paid

Posted Oct 16

Applications close on December 31st, 2020 at 10:45 am

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Employer requires work authorization.

The first few years of building your business as a financial advisor can seem daunting, but with the support and guidance provided by AXA Advisors, we have seen great success. Through our Financial Advisor Mentorship Program (FAMP), a comprehensive, three-year training and leadership development program, we enable every new advisor to succeed at an early stage in their careers and lays the groundwork for success in the foreseeable future.

Training

Entry-level financial advisors will participate in national and local development programs and joint work opportunities that provide comprehensive knowledge and skill training. There is also focus on the core competencies needed to learn the various aspects of the profession, with the opportunity to enhance an advisor’s knowledge and skills and pursue professional designations.

Leadership Development

In addition to an extensive training program, new advisors will be assigned a mentor, a senior associate at the firm whose goal is to enable their colleagues to become leaders within the firm. They will instill the goals and values of the firm and assist every day in allowing growth within the company. The plan with each new hire is not just to provide a job, but to enable advancement opportunities worthy only of a life-long career. Our mission here at AXA Advisors is for our junior associates not only just a successful member of the team, but a leader within the firm.

What is the Plan?

Year 1

Before you can begin working with clients and offering products/services, you must become licensed and go through AXA Advisors’ inclusive training program, which includes in-person training, online modules, mentoring programs and shadowing opportunities, all of which will assist you in obtaining the following licensing/certifications:

· Life and Health

· Series 7

· Series 66

In addition to your training, you will be working closely with your mentor to build your practice through marketing and sales visits with prospective clients. As you develop your book of business and grow in your financial acumen, you may have the the potential for advancement within the organization and have the opportunity to be a real leader within the firm

Year 2

As a potential leader within your team, you now have the opportunity to really grow your personal practice. You will work with other advisors in order to enhance your brand within the marketplace and assist in a variety of financial services, including:

· Asset/Wealth Management

· Retirement and Estate Planning

· Tax Saving Strategies

At AXA Advisors, we devote time to identifying and developing leaders early in their career. If pursuing management is the path for you, you have the ability become a senior associate within the firm and really learn and grow your supervisory skills and knowledge through AXA Advisors’ Leadership Development School

Year 3

As the last phase in your program, year 3 as a financial advisor is all about truly growing your business and multiplying your impact. Upon successful completion of the development program, you may be eligible to become a partner within the firm, a pivotal role which allows you the chance to have a larger scale impact as a mentor to other new advisors in order to help them find their own personal success as well as accelerate your own. During this phase, as an experienced advisor, you will have the opportunity to obtain professional designations recognized and respected by clients and other professionals in the industry, such as:

· Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

· Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)

· Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)

Job Responsibilities

As an entry-level advisor, your key responsibilities will be to:

· Analyze financial information obtained from clients to determine strategies, products, and services to help clients meet their financial goals

· Proactively call and network with clients to deepen business relationships and identify potential opportunities

· Maintain strong relationships with clients, helping them to track their progress over time through ongoing consultation and support

· Provide knowledgeable, objective financial guidance and customized strategies to consumer segments that demand high-quality service

· Participate in mandated training sessions, both in-person and online, in order to further financial acumen

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree

· U.S. citizen (AXA advisors does not provide work sponsorship)

In addition to the minimum requirements, we expect all candidates to show:

· Drive and determination

· Desire to help others and make a difference

· Vibrant personality and professional presence

· Articulate self-starter and team player

· Desire to work with the leading provider of voluntary benefits at the worksite

About Us

AXA Advisors, LLC, a subsidiary of AXA Financial, Inc. is a leading provider of financial services, helping consumers and businesses define and meet their financial goals with offerings of financial, retirement, and estate planning strategies; asset allocation, annuities; life insurance and mutual funds.

Our goal is for our financial professionals to provide trusted guidance to their clients by helping them plan for their financial futures through objective professional guidance. To help you build your own financial future and achieve your professional goals, we offer a total support system that, for qualified candidates, includes:

· Ongoing National, Local and Virtual Training

· Open Architecture Structure of Services and Products

· Dedicated Management Team

· Unlimited Earning Potential

· Advancement/Management Opportunities

· Leadership Development

· Rewarding Long-Term Relationships

At AXA Advisors, we work to foster a diverse organization and recognize and reward achievement. If you are looking for a stimulating and challenging opportunity, with significant personal and professional growth, there may be an opportunity for you as an AXA Advisors Financial Professional.

AXA Advisors, LLC, (NY, NY 212-314-4600) member FINRA, SIPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Some possible similarities for the 800 word synthesis, please use the following, if desired and add to:

The jobs are all within a reasonable commute to my home or in a location I would commute or consider relocating to.

They are all entry level.

They all require a college degree, which I thought would be beneficial as I excluded entry level jobs not requiring a degree from my search..

They all require some degree of communication skill, and discuss general communications skills.

Employees are afforded work from home capabilities.

They are all for reputable or Fortune 500 companies

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