O*NET-SOC 33-3021.06
Intelligence Analysts
Gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems. Use intelligence data to anticipate and prevent organized crime activities, such as terrorism.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.Core17555
- Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.Core17549
- Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.Core17546
- Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.Core17548
- Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.Core21199
- Prepare comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, or charts, based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.Core17552
- Collaborate with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.Core17556
- Link or chart suspects to criminal organizations or events to determine activities and interrelationships.Core17550
- Establish criminal profiles to aid in connecting criminal organizations with their members.Core17545
- Identify gaps in information.Core23997
- Design, use, or maintain databases and software applications, such as geographic information systems (GIS) mapping and artificial intelligence tools.Core17544
- Predict future gang, organized crime, or terrorist activity, using analyses of intelligence data.Core17542
- Study activities relating to narcotics, money laundering, gangs, auto theft rings, terrorism, or other national security threats.Core17543
- Study the assets of criminal suspects to determine the flow of money from or to targeted groups.Core17554
- Develop defense plans or tactics, using intelligence and other information.Supplemental17557
- Conduct presentations of analytic findings.Core21200
- Interview, interrogate, or interact with witnesses or crime suspects to collect human intelligence.Supplemental17558
- Prepare plans to intercept foreign communications transmissions.Supplemental17553
- Study communication code languages or foreign languages to translate intelligence.Supplemental17559
- Gather and evaluate information, using tools such as aerial photographs, radar equipment, or sensitive radio equipment.Supplemental17547
- Operate cameras, radios, or other surveillance equipment to intercept communications or document activities.Supplemental17551
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 82 examples in 30 categories, 35 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Storage networking software
- Amazon Simple Storage Service S3
Data base user interface and query software
- Amazon Web Services AWS softwareHot Technology
- Arrival Departure Information System ADIS
- Automated Targeting System ATS
- Bing
- Biometric Storage System BSS
- Computer Linked Application Information Management System CLAIMS
- Consular Consolidated Database CCD
- Enforcement Case Tracking System ENFORCE
- IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook
- Microsoft AccessHot Technology
- Microsoft SQL ServerHot Technology
- National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database
- Palantir Intelligence
- Refugee, Asylum and Parole System RAPS
- Structured query language SQLHot Technology
- Student and Exchange Visitor Information System SEVIS
- Telephone records software
- Thomson Reuters CLEAR
- Treasury Enforcement Communications System TECS
Data base management system software
- Apache HadoopHot Technology
- Apache HiveHot Technology
- Apache Pig
- Relational database management software
- Teradata DatabaseHot Technology
Development environment software
- Apache KafkaHot Technology
- Microsoft Azure softwareHot Technology
- Microsoft PowerShellHot Technology
Business intelligence and data analysis software
- Apache SparkHot Technology
- Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition
- TableauHot Technology
Object or component oriented development software
- C++Hot Technology
- Oracle JavaHot Technology
- PythonHot Technology
- RHot Technology
Industrial control software
- Chatbot software
Analytical or scientific software
- Data visualization software
- Link analysis software
- SASHot Technology
- Statistical analysis software
- Telephone analysis software
- TensorFlowHot Technology
Web platform development software
- DjangoHot Technology
- Hypertext markup language HTMLHot Technology
- JavaScriptHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Email software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Transaction security and virus protection software
- Encryption software
- McAfee
- NortonLifeLock cybersecurity software
Geographic information system
- ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot Technology
- ESRI ArcView
- Geographic information system GIS software
- Geographic information system GIS systems
- Google Earth Pro
Web page creation and editing software
- FacebookHot Technology
- Myspace
Network security and virtual private network VPN equipment software
- Firewall software
Process mapping and design software
- Flowcharting software
Cloud-based management software
- Google Cloud software
- Splunk EnterpriseHot Technology
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Graphics creation software
- Microsoft VisioHot Technology
- Photo enhancement software
Information retrieval or search software
- LexisNexis
Operating system software
- LinuxHot Technology
- UNIXHot Technology
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand
Document management software
- Microsoft SharePointHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- Oracle PeopleSoftHot Technology
- SAP softwareHot Technology
Network monitoring software
- Snort
- Wireshark
Data mining software
- Text mining software
Charting software
- Timeline software
Backup or archival software
- Veritas NetBackup
Internet browser software
- Web browser software
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Getting Information
Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
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Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
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Use databases to locate investigation details or other information.
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Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence.
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Interview people to gather information about criminal activities.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Determine operational procedures.
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Plan work procedures.
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate surveillance equipment to detect suspicious or illegal activities.
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Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Develop technical methods or processes.
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Documenting/Recording Information
Record information about suspects or criminals.
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Prepare investigation or incident reports.
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Present research results to others.
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information.
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Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
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Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)- Target Network Analysis CE-WRL-007DCWF: No published equivalent
- All-Source Analysis CI-WRL-001DCWF: No published equivalent
- All-Source Collection Management CI-WRL-002DCWF: No published equivalent
- All-Source Collection Requirements Management CI-WRL-003DCWF: No published equivalent
- Multi-Disciplined Language Analysis CI-WRL-005DCWF: No published equivalent
- Cybercrime Investigation IN-WRL-001 · INVESTIGATION
- DCWF 221 Cyber Crime Investigator (linked by DCWF Tool NCWF ID)