Open-Source Collection Specialist

Company: Walsingham Group Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Who we are: Walsingham partners with the government to provide the highest-quality, most responsive support possible for our warfighters in peaceful and hostile environments across the globe. We provide comprehensive service capabilities in operations and maintenance; energy and fuel management; infrastructure and logistics; training solutions; and intelligence support. With demonstrated experience supporting contracts within and outside of the United States, Walsingham brings a unique blend of worldwide logistics, broad operational staffing, and the expertise to manage government-owned contractor-operated facilities. Job Description: Open-Source Collection Specialist (This position is contingent upon contract award.) Job Type: Full time and On-site Position Summary: WGI is seeking an Open-Source Collection Specialists (OSINT Analysts) to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), specifically the Open-Source Intelligence Division (OSID) and Intelligence Watch and Coordination Center (IWCC). The OSINT Specialist provides 24/7/365 open-source collection, analysis, and dissemination of publicly available information (PAI) in support of national homeland security missions. This role identifies, collects, and aggregates information from the surface, deep, and dark web to address DHS information requirements and emergent threats. Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Conduct open-source collection to support tactical and operational intelligence requirements. Identify, collect, and analyze OSINT, social media, gray literature, and other publicly available information using Government-approved tools. Produce daily, weekly, and monthly intelligence summaries and reports as directed or in response to RFIs. Develop and maintain analytical procedures to meet evolving mission requirements and ensure operational effectiveness. Support DHS I&A Watch operations by providing real-time collection on emergent threats, breaking events, and crisis situations. Maintain situational awareness and conduct information exchanges with DHS I&A, the Intelligence Community (IC), and Federal, State, Local, Tribal, Territorial, and Private (FSLTTP) partners. Identify new sources of publicly available information across the surface, deep, and dark web. Support the development of OSINT targeting and exploitation techniques, tools, and tradecraft. Assist with developing OSINT collection plans and disseminating information products. Support DHS exercises by providing analytical input and participating in scenario development and execution. Provide foreign language translation support using approved online resources as needed. Follow DHS-approved procedures for transmitting, sharing, and safeguarding sensitive or classified information. Minimum Qualifications: Active TS/SCI and DHS Suitability determination. Bachelor’s degree or higher in International Studies, Intelligence, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or a related field from an accredited institution. Minimum of six (6) years of experience performing Open-Source Collection in support of tactical and operational intelligence missions. Understanding of DHS I&A authorities, component missions, and intelligence processes. Knowledge of open-source domains, including surface, deep, and dark web. Knowledge of multiple collection techniques, planning, and dissemination practices Desired Qualifications: Experience supporting DHS I&A or Intelligence Community watch and warning operations. Familiarity with Homeland Security Priority Framework (HIPF) alignment. Experience developing OSINT methodologies, policy, and tradecraft. Demonstrated ability to brief senior leadership and write for executive audiences. Experience mentoring or leading small analytic teams. Additional Information: This job description is intended to outline the primary duties and responsibilities of the Open-Source Collection Specialist’s role. It is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all tasks or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EEO statement: Walsingham Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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