Political-Military (POL/MIL) Analyst

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive political-military analysis of regional and global security issues, with a focus on the Middle East and areas of strategic interest.
• Research and evaluate foreign military capabilities, force structures, defense modernization efforts, and operational readiness.
• Analyze political developments, leadership intentions, diplomatic relationships, and security policies affecting regional stability.
• Produce written intelligence assessments, briefings, reports, and strategic forecasts for senior leaders and decision-makers.
• Monitor and assess emerging threats, geopolitical developments, and military activities.
• Integrate information from multiple intelligence and open-source data streams to develop actionable assessments.
• Support strategic planning, contingency analysis, and policy development initiatives.
• Provide briefings and presentations to government, military, and executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated intelligence and operational products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Political Science, Military Science, Intelligence Studies, International Relations, National Security Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in political-military analysis, intelligence analysis, defense studies, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience conducting POL/MIL analysis in support of government, military, intelligence, or defense organizations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of geopolitical affairs, military operations, defense policy, and regional security issues.
• Strong analytical, research, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level reports and briefings.
• Proficiency in analyzing complex information and producing concise, actionable assessments.
• Experience supporting U.S., NATO, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), or allied defense organizations.
• Regional expertise related to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
• Experience working in joint, coalition, or multinational environments.
• Advanced degree in Political Science, International Relations, Security Studies, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.

Additional Information

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. Please review the job details below. Vantor is seeking an experienced Political-Military (POL/MIL) Analyst to support strategic assessments, intelligence analysis, and decision-making efforts in the GCC. The POL/MIL Analyst will research, evaluate, and analyze political, military, and security developments affecting regional and international interests. The successful candidate will produce high-quality analytical products that assess military capabilities, defense policies, leadership intentions, geopolitical trends, and regional security dynamics to support government and defense stakeholders. Working Conditions Position based in the GCC. May require periodic travel within the region. Ability to support mission requirements in a dynamic operational environment.

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