Intelligence Analyst
Analyze all-source intelligence to support commanders.
Job Overview
35Fs turn raw information into actionable intelligence.
Intelligence analysts collect, process, and disseminate intelligence products; brief commanders; and support targeting and mission planning.
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Daily Responsibilities
- Analyze reports and imagery
- Prepare intelligence briefings
- Maintain intel databases
- Coordinate with joint partners
- Support mission planning
Training Pipeline
- 1BCTFort Jackson, SC · 10 weeks
- 235F AITFort Huachuca, AZ · ~16 weeks
ASVAB & Qualification Requirements
- ST101
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Career Progression
Team chief, senior analyst, intelligence NCOIC.
Assignments & Special Schools
- Fort Huachuca, AZ
- Fort Liberty, NC
- Fort Cavazos, TX
- Germany
- South Korea
Deployment: Regular deployments with combat units.
Bonuses & Special Pay
Bonus availability changes frequently — confirm current amounts with a recruiter.
Lifestyle & Work-Life Balance
Mostly SCIF-based analytical work with regular hours in garrison. Deployments involve embedded intelligence support for maneuver units.
Physical Fitness
Aim for 400+; standard soldier tasks apply.
- Balanced PT
- Endurance runs
- Core strength
Advantages
- Clearance highly valued
- Strong analytical training
- Federal career pathway
Disadvantages
- Requires Top Secret / SCI clearance
- Long AIT and clearance wait times
- Restricted travel and lifestyle choices
- Constant briefings and writing under deadline
Who Should Choose This MOS?
Curious analytical minds who enjoy research, writing, briefing, and connecting dots across large amounts of information.