Parra Consulting Group (PCG) is seeking an EOD Triage Analyst - CITT Technical Analyst to conduct technical analysis and support the collection, exploitation, and dissemination of critical information to U.S. and coalition forces regarding target device TTPs, technology, and exploitation procedures. This role provides essential technical intelligence that helps warfighters understand and counter emerging explosive threats. The position supports the C5ISR Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, ensuring that detailed and accurate exploitation products are delivered in a timely manner, and contributes to mission-focused assessments that enhance operational readiness and improve threat mitigation efforts.
This successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Perform Weapons Technical Intelligence (WTI) technical analysis and examination via multiple means (photo, x-ray, intelligence reporting, physical inspection) of recovered Collected Exploitable Material (CEM) to support DoD exploitation efforts.
- Technically analyze CEM utilizing photos, x-rays, physical inspection, intelligence reporting, or other technology/methodologies to identify critical and/or hazardous components for exploitation, R&D, and technical/tactical value, such as the five components of an IED (initiators, main charge, power sources, firing systems, and container).
- Conduct WTI and technical analysis of historical, current, and emerging Unmanned Systems (UxS), IEDs, and other improvised weapons systems and incidents to identify emerging threats and commercial-based technologies (CBT) and determine technical profiles.
- Conduct technical analysis and assist in the collection and dissemination of information to U.S. and coalition forces, on a need-to-know basis, concerning target device TTPs, technology, and exploitation procedures.
- Exploit various intelligence disciplines (e.g., TECHINT, SIGINT/CYBER, MASINT) from all levels of classified information.
- Travel CONUS and OCONUS (to include possible conflict areas) on short notice to disseminate relevant threat information.
- Perform all functional duties independently.
Required Qualifications
- Current and Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.
- Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal MOS background with completed formal military EOD training/school.
- Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience, or Associate's degree plus 9 years of experience.
Required Experience
- Knowledge of and ability to perform analysis on the latest commercial-based and emerging technologies that could be utilized by adversaries, and ability to articulate how use of that technology would affect DoD capability.
- Ability to provide analysis to identify trends on target devices and TTPs.
- Ability to conduct device profiling and identify build signatures in recovered IED evidence.
- Ability to conduct WTI and TECHINT assessments of recovered CEM, as well as COTS items, to provide technology assessments for use in threat devices.
- Experience using Explosive Ordnance Disposal radiographic imaging systems and conducting X-ray interpretation of the resulting images.
- Experience researching unclassified and classified databases for use in written products, and monitoring and analyzing strategic and operational intelligence information.
- Experience providing research support to analysts who produce technical reports, briefings, and products that support the Intelligence Community, as well as direct support to current operations.
- Experience researching, authoring, and coordinating threat assessments to support C5ISR and/or leaders in the U.S. DoD and partner U.S. Government agencies.
- Experience presenting, discussing, and defending technical assessments to the CEM and exploitation community.
- Experience assisting with development and maintenance of analytical policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of current events in targeting, historical, assessment, and pattern analysis processes.
- Ability to generate and provide specialized analytical products, and search/screen all media sources to provide assessments of technical and tactical impacts to fielded or emerging threat devices.
- Proficient in standard MS Office applications and intelligence-related automation, as well as specialized intelligence tools and methods, to support analytical efforts and finished product development.
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, as well as briefing skills, with the ability to clearly articulate information to different audiences.
- Experience operating as a member of a team or organization from a remote location in support of DoD requirements.
- Experience providing intelligence support regarding issues within the CENTCOM AOR, AFRICOM AOR, or other specific COCOMs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a theater-level exploitation laboratory.
- Experience conducting functional analyses of commercial-based technology devices (specifically RCIED and UxS) and describing how the device functions.
- Ability to conduct Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB) for identified locations using knowledge of current CBT TTPs and availability of commercial technologies.
- Experience working with engineering or technical partners on joint technical products.
- Experience with SOFEX, the WTI Exploitation and Analysis Tool (WEAT) database, the WTI IED Lexicon, and device profile guides.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong technical and analytical reasoning skills
- Strong research and writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, finished technical products
- Strong briefing skills, with the ability to present and defend technical assessments to varied audiences
- Ability to work independently and effectively from a remote or deployed location
- Ability to operate effectively in classified and sensitive mission environments
- Strong organizational skills to support analytical policy and product development
Why Join PCG
Parra Consulting Group offers a collaborative, mission-focused environment where your expertise directly supports national security operations. PCG provides competitive compensation, 100% employer-paid medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and a PTO plan to ensure professional growth and work-life balance.