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.

The median annual salary for Intelligence Analysts in the US is $93,580.

The typical entry education is a High school diploma or equivalent. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

The most in-demand skills for this role include operational research, investigation research methods, surveillance methods, develop investigation strategy, undertake inspections, ensure information security. These are the skills O*NET identifies as most important for competent performance.

Our AI-durability model gives Intelligence Analysts a score of 0.24 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at low AI exposure — the role's core work resists current-generation automation. It's a comparatively AI-durable choice within its field.

Intelligence Analysts has low barrier to entry — generally accessible — you can enter with basic credentials and on-the-job learning.