Senior Analyst, Emerging Disruptive Technologies

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance and CI polygraph.
• 12 years of relevant experience and an advanced degree.
• Background in strategic foresight or horizon scanning related to national security or technology.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to clearly present findings and techniques to both technical and non-technical decision-makers.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and draw insights.

• Generate assessments regarding the discovery, development, and deployment of advanced technologies and their implications for Defense Critical Infrastructure and U.S. nuclear capabilities globally.
• Create intelligence outputs to contribute to the National Security Threat Capabilities Assessment and threat assessments for the Defense Critical Infrastructure Program (DCIP).
• Provide advance notice of disruptive developments to keep the Intelligence Community informed of changing technological landscapes.
• Perform all-source analysis to evaluate the strategic effects of emerging technologies on national security.
• Identify and assess potential future risks and opportunities from technological advancements across various global sectors.
• Develop and enhance ontologies to aid in Object-Based Intelligence (OBI) production and semantic interoperability within Defense Intelligence structures.
• Utilize structured analytic techniques (e.g., ACH, scenario analysis, key assumptions check) for evaluating technology trends and predicting disruptive changes.
• Monitor worldwide research and development, innovation ecosystems, and technology adoption to enhance strategic foresight and provide early alerts.
• Work with data scientists and technologists to incorporate advanced analytics, machine learning, and semantic technologies into analytic workflows.
• Document analytic methodologies to facilitate automation, reproducibility, and integration into knowledge graphs and decision-support systems.
• Create assessments and presentations aimed at senior decision-makers, emphasizing risks, opportunities, and strategic implications associated with emerging technologies.

At Vantor, we are pioneering the new realm of spatial intelligence, empowering decision-makers and operators to comprehend current events and anticipate future developments. We are a diverse team of problem solvers and innovators dedicated to transforming how our clients perceive and react to their environments. Joining our team means participating in a meaningful mission that allows you to shape your own future, contribute to groundbreaking initiatives, and make a significant impact.

Our benefits package includes a competitive 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique offerings such as student loan repayment assistance and pet insurance to enhance your quality of life. This role is located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and offers a salary range of $118,000 to $196,000 annually, reflecting the experience and qualifications of our candidates.