Intelligence Research Specialist

Legislative Branch › U.S. Capitol Police (13 current openings)

Washington, District of Columbia

Full-time Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

Application Deadline:

2026-08-24

Posted:

2026-08-14

5 days left to apply

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Salary: $103,751 – $133,882 per year (CP-0132/08)

Salary context

Based on 54 annual-salary jobs in the same occupational series. This role's pay spans a broad range among similar positions.

Job Details

Position Overview

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.

Duties

This position is located in the Intelligence Services Bureau (ISB), Office of the Assistant Chief of Police for Protective and Intelligence Operations, United States Capitol Police. The purpose of ISB is to provide safety and security to the Capitol, Members of Congress, Officers of Congress, and their immediate family. To accomplish its mission, the ISB investigates, collects and analyzes information to produce intelligence, assess threats, enforce the law, identify risks, and develop and employ risk mitigation and enforcement strategies. Provides threat warning information and analysis of current intelligence on terrorist activities worldwide on a time sensitive basis.

The purpose of this position is to collect, analyze, and disseminate domestic and international threat information. The position researches, develops and analyzes information to produce threat assessments related to Congressional travel, special events, field hearings, CODELS, and othersignificant events on or near the US Capitol Complex that could affect Congressional operations and the ability of law enforcement personnel to conduct effective , targeted operations. This is a developmental position, in which the incumbent is provided a variety of assignments designed to acquire appropriate experience and knowledge. This position requires a Top Secret/Special Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.

Analyzes, assimilates, and evaluates available intelligence information relating to an assigned foreign and domestic events, groups, countries and other areas of interest pertinent to USCP investigations, security, and protective operations. Selects new and pertinent material for the files and for recognizing the need to call to the attention of higher-level personnelimportant new information which may identifythe need for further examination or study. Prepares complete studies and analyses of factual data, which may be complete in itself. May perform assigned segments or contribute to larger studies and statistical compilations.

Utilizes classified and unclassified databases and computer-aided tools, conducts extensive research, including interpretation and evaluation, of complex multisource data, to determinewhether an identitybeing vetted is match to an identityon terrorism- related watch lists.

Conducts intelligence research using various open-source resources and using a computer user interface to produce analytically sound oral and written referralreports that describe the nature and significance of valid matches to terrorism watch lists.
Prepares and distributes standard security reports to internal and external government agencies. Researches and prepares reports on intelligence data, topics, or areas of study comprised of factual background information. Reports reference subjects that may match information from security/terrorism databases.

Qualifications & Requirements

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

CP-08/GS-10 level: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-07 /GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience includes 1) researching, analyzing, and evaluating intelligence information and data; 2) experience in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) which includes mass media, social media, academic material and more; 3) experience in reviewing requests for information and making preliminary determinations of appropriate sources for acquiring such information; 4) preparing time-sensitive detailed and accurate assessments and reports in support of intelligence or law enforcement operations.

All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)

Education

There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.

Requirements

You must be a U.S. citizen. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Must complete a one-year probationary period. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Must be able to work flexible or additional hours. This position may be the midnight shift. Must successfully complete all required training. Please provide an intelligence writing sample within the last 5 years of the closing date of the announcement.

Evaluations

Evaluation Factors: Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly. We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement: 1. Your resume: Page limit is two (2) pages and should include a description of related job duties as well as dates of employment (mm/yy). Margins cannot be smaller than .5 all around and the font no smaller than 11-point. 2. Other supporting documents: - Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable. - College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.

How to Apply

Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers 1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package. 3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. 4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application. 5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration. After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.

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