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Intelligence Analyst - 35F


  • Active/Reserve:Both
  • Officer/Enlisted:Enlisted
  • Restrictions:None

Overview

The intelligence analyst is primarily responsible for the analysis, processing and distribution of strategic and tactical intelligence. They are integral to providing Army personnel with information about enemy forces and potential battle areas.

Job Duties

  • Prepare allsource intelligence products to support the combat commander
  • Assess the significance and reliability of incoming information with current intelligence
  • Establish and maintain systematic, crossreference intelligence records and files

    • Requirements

  • Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

    • Training

    Job training for an intelligence analyst requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Critical thinking
  • Preparing maps, charts and intelligence reports
  • Military symbology
  • Using computer systems

    • Helpful Skills

  • Interest in reading maps and charts
  • Gathering information and studying its meaning
  • Ability to think, speak and write clearly

    • ASVAB

    The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is an examination that is administered by the United States Military Entrance Processing Command. It is used to determine qualification and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.

  • Skilled Technical (ST): 101

    • Compensation

  • Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

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