Intelligence Discipline Lead SME

Intelligence Discipline Lead SME***This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance*** Cherokee Preting seeks exceptionally qualified individuals to serve as an Intelligence Discipline Lead Subject Matter Expert (IDL SME) to support USSOCOM.  The IDL SME provides support to assist USSOCOM Staff in the conduct of targeting analysis and operations. Employees must maintain global readiness and be available to deploy on a no-notice basis to hazardous duty/combat zones. Deployments may be to a theater of operations with permissive, uncertain, or hostile environments while living in austere conditions for extended periods. Compensation & Benefits: Pay commensurate with experience.Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Intelligence Discipline Lead SME Responsibilities Include: Perform intelligence operations, coordination, product production, data integration, synchronization, and prioritization of USSOCOM missions and operational objectivesPossess SME-level skillsets in the specific intelligence discipline with demonstrated experience and results to include knowledge of training requirements, mission requirements, the ability to accurately and effectively communicate with USSOCOM customers and knowledge of the organizationAssist the USSOCOM Staff to identify and assist in the development of prudent COAs, recommend priorities, train members of the team, and employ technical knowledge for the long-term benefit to USSOCOM operationsPerforms other job-related duties as assigned Intelligence Discipline Lead SME Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: Active Top Secret (TS) with SCI security clearanceMinimum of ten (10) years of experience performing analytical intelligence related operations while serving in an Intelligence Task Force, National Intelligence Support Team, National Military Joint Intelligence Center or Combatant Command, or, a non-DoD equivalent IA operational communityMinimum of five (5) years of operational analysis experience in their analytical fieldTwo (2) years of experience in a managerial level position in support of special operations and combat overseas tours with a SMU and or SOF in an operational environment providing a direct analysis support function is highly desiredAdvanced skillsets with the F3EAD targeting methodology to include broad knowledge of additional intelligence disciplines and significant demonstrable experience in their field capable of leading analytical efforts culminating in productsAdvanced skillsets with the Intelligence Cycle, HVI Targeting, Social Network Analysis, Patterns of Life Analysis and one or more of the following areas: Human Factors Analysis, Human Terrain Analysis, SIGINT Targeting, Convergence Analysis, and Intelligence trainingExpert knowledge and understanding of analytical theory, doctrine, rules, regulations, directives, systems, concepts, methodologies and relevant skills related to intelligence operationsMust possess a valid US passportMust be able to pass all pre-deployment requirements including a medical, dental, psychological, background, credit, and security screens as deemed necessary to be considered deployable.Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information:Cherokee Preting provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers.  The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills.  Cherokee Preting is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies.  For more information, visit . #CherokeeFederal #LI-CK4 #IntelCareers Intelligence Operations LeadIntelligence Strategy and Planning ManagerIntelligence Collection and Analysis Team LeadSenior Intelligence ConsultantIntelligence Subject Matter Expertise Manager Intelligence analysisAll Source AnalysisF3EASOFOperational Analysis Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. 

Created: 2026-04-01