Mission Assessment Specialist
Develops assessment plans and measures of performance/effectiveness. Conducts strategic and operational effectiveness assessments as required for cyber events. Determines whether systems performed as expected and provides input to the determination of operational effectiveness.
NICE CATEGORY | Analyze |
NICE SPECIALIST AREA | All-Source Analysis |
NICE WORK ROLE ID | AN-ASA-002 |
OPM CODE | 112 |
KSA-T
Below are the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Tasks (KSA-T) identified as being required to perform this work role.
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ID | DESCRIPTION |
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K001 | Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies. |
K0002 | Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk). |
K0003 | Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy. |
K0004 | Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles. |
K0005 | Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. |
K0006 | Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses. |
K0036 | Knowledge of human-computer interaction principles. |
K0058 | Knowledge of network traffic analysis methods. |
K0108 | Knowledge of concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless). |
K0109 | Knowledge of physical computer components and architectures, including the functions of various components and peripherals (e.g., CPUs, Network Interface Cards, data storage). |
K0177 | Knowledge of cyber attack stages (e.g., reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, gaining access, escalation of privileges, maintaining access, network exploitation, covering tracks). |
K0349 | Knowledge of website types, administration, functions, and content management system (CMS). |
K0362 | Knowledge of attack methods and techniques (DDoS, brute force, spoofing, etc.). |
K0377 | Knowledge of classification and control markings standards, policies and procedures. |
K0392 | Knowledge of common computer/network infections (virus, Trojan, etc.) and methods of infection (ports, attachments, etc.). |
K0395 | Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals (i.e., basic computer components of a network, types of networks, etc.). |
K0405 | Knowledge of current computer-based intrusion sets. |
K0409 | Knowledge of cyber intelligence/information collection capabilities and repositories. |
K0410 | Knowledge of cyber laws and their effect on Cyber planning. |
K0414 | Knowledge of cyber operations support or enabling processes. |
K0417 | Knowledge of data communications terminology (e.g., networking protocols, Ethernet, IP, encryption, optical devices, removable media). |
K0427 | Knowledge of encryption algorithms and cyber capabilities/tools (e.g., SSL, PGP). |
K0431 | Knowledge of evolving/emerging communications technologies. |
K0436 | Knowledge of fundamental cyber operations concepts, terminology/lexicon (i.e., environment preparation, cyber-attack, cyber defense), principles, capabilities, limitations, and effects. |
K0437 | Knowledge of general Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system components. |
K0440 | Knowledge of host-based security products and how those products affect exploitation and reduce vulnerability. |
K0444 | Knowledge of how Internet applications work (SMTP email, web-based email, chat clients, VOIP). |
K0445 | Knowledge of how modern digital and telephony networks impact cyber operations. |
K0446 | Knowledge of how modern wireless communications systems impact cyber operations. |
K0449 | Knowledge of how to extract, analyze, and use metadata. |
K0457 | Knowledge of intelligence confidence levels. |
K0460 | Knowledge of intelligence preparation of the environment and similar processes. |
K0464 | Knowledge of intelligence support to planning, execution, and assessment. |
K0465 | Knowledge of internal and external partner cyber operations capabilities and tools. |
K0469 | Knowledge of internal tactics to anticipate and/or emulate threat capabilities and actions. |
K0471 | Knowledge of Internet network addressing (IP addresses, classless inter-domain routing, TCP/UDP port numbering). |
K0480 | Knowledge of malware. |
K0507 | Knowledge of organization or partner exploitation of digital networks. |
K0511 | Knowledge of organizational hierarchy and cyber decision-making processes. |
K0516 | Knowledge of physical and logical network devices and infrastructure to include hubs, switches, routers, firewalls, etc. |
K0549 | Knowledge of target vetting and validation procedures. |
K0551 | Knowledge of targeting cycles. |
K0556 | Knowledge of telecommunications fundamentals. |
K0560 | Knowledge of the basic structure, architecture, and design of modern communication networks. |
K0561 | Knowledge of the basics of network security (e.g., encryption, firewalls, authentication, honey pots, perimeter protection). |
K0565 | Knowledge of the common networking and routing protocols (e.g. TCP/IP), services (e.g., web, mail, DNS), and how they interact to provide network communications. |
K0598 | Knowledge of the structure and intent of organization specific plans, guidance and authorizations. |
K0603 | Knowledge of the ways in which targets or threats use the Internet. |
K0604 | Knowledge of threat and/or target systems. |
K0610 | Knowledge of virtualization products (VMware, Virtual PC). |
K0612 | Knowledge of what constitutes a ??threat?? to a network. |
K0614 | Knowledge of wireless technologies (e.g., cellular, satellite, GSM) to include the basic structure, architecture, and design of modern wireless communications systems. |
ID | DESCRIPTION |
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S0189 | Skill in assessing and/or estimating effects generated during and after cyber operations. |
S0194 | Skill in conducting non-attributable research. |
S0203 | Skill in defining and characterizing all pertinent aspects of the operational environment. |
S0211 | Skill in developing or recommending analytic approaches or solutions to problems and situations for which information is incomplete or for which no precedent exists. |
S0216 | Skill in evaluating available capabilities against desired effects to provide effective courses of action. |
S0218 | Skill in evaluating information for reliability, validity, and relevance. |
S0227 | Skill in identifying alternative analytical interpretations to minimize unanticipated outcomes. |
S0228 | Skill in identifying critical target elements, to include critical target elements for the cyber domain. |
S0229 | Skill in identifying cyber threats which may jeopardize organization and/or partner interests. |
S0249 | Skill in preparing and presenting briefings. |
S0254 | Skill in providing analysis to aid writing phased after action reports. |
S0256 | Skill in providing understanding of target or threat systems through the identification and link analysis of physical, functional, or behavioral relationships. |
S0271 | Skill in reviewing and editing assessment products. |
S0278 | Skill in tailoring analysis to the necessary levels (e.g., classification and organizational). |
S0285 | Skill in using Boolean operators to construct simple and complex queries. |
S0288 | Skill in using multiple analytic tools, databases, and techniques (e.g., Analyst??s Notebook, A-Space, Anchory, M3, divergent/convergent thinking, link charts, matrices, etc.). |
S0289 | Skill in using multiple search engines (e.g., Google, Yahoo, LexisNexis, DataStar) and tools in conducting open-source searches. |
S0292 | Skill in using targeting databases and software packages. |
S0296 | Skill in utilizing feedback to improve processes, products, and services. |
S0297 | Skill in utilizing virtual collaborative workspaces and/or tools (e.g., IWS, VTCs, chat rooms, SharePoint). |
S0303 | Skill in writing, reviewing and editing cyber-related Intelligence/assessment products from multiple sources. |
S0360 | Skill to analyze and assess internal and external partner cyber operations capabilities and tools. |
ID | DESCRIPTION |
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A0013 | Ability to communicate complex information, concepts, or ideas in a confident and well-organized manner through verbal, written, and/or visual means. |
A0066 | Ability to accurately and completely source all data used in intelligence, assessment and/or planning products. |
A0072 | Ability to clearly articulate intelligence requirements into well-formulated research questions and data tracking variables for inquiry tracking purposes. |
A0080 | Ability to develop or recommend analytic approaches or solutions to problems and situations for which information is incomplete or for which no precedent exists. |
A0082 | Ability to effectively collaborate via virtual teams. |
A0083 | Ability to evaluate information for reliability, validity, and relevance. |
A0084 | Ability to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize large quantities of data (which may be fragmented and contradictory) into high quality, fused targeting/intelligence products. |
A0085 | Ability to exercise judgment when policies are not well-defined. |
A0087 | Ability to focus research efforts to meet the customer??s decision-making needs. |
A0088 | Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. |
A0089 | Ability to function in a collaborative environment, seeking continuous consultation with other analysts and experts??both internal and external to the organization??to leverage analytical and technical expertise. |
A0091 | Ability to identify intelligence gaps. |
A0101 | Ability to recognize and mitigate cognitive biases which may affect analysis. |
A0102 | Ability to recognize and mitigate deception in reporting and analysis. |
A0106 | Ability to think critically. |
A0107 | Ability to think like threat actors. |
A0108 | Ability to understand objectives and effects. |
A0109 | Ability to utilize multiple intelligence sources across all intelligence disciplines. |
ID | DESCRIPTION |
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T0582 | Provide expertise to course of action development. |
T0583 | Provide subject matter expertise to the development of a common operational picture. |
T0585 | Provide subject matter expertise to the development of cyber operations specific indicators. |
T0586 | Assist in the coordination, validation, and management of all-source collection requirements, plans, and/or activities. |
T0588 | Provide expertise to the development of measures of effectiveness and measures of performance. |
T0589 | Assist in the identification of intelligence collection shortfalls. |
T0593 | Brief threat and/or target current situations. |
T0597 | Collaborate with intelligence analysts/targeting organizations involved in related areas. |
T0611 | Conduct end-of-operations assessments. |
T0615 | Conduct in-depth research and analysis. |
T0617 | Conduct nodal analysis. |
T0624 | Conduct target research and analysis. |
T0660 | Develop information requirements necessary for answering priority information requests. |
T0661 | Develop measures of effectiveness and measures of performance. |
T0663 | Develop munitions effectiveness assessment or operational assessment materials. |
T0678 | Engage customers to understand customers¡¯ intelligence needs and wants. |
T0684 | Estimate operational effects generated through cyber activities. |
T0685 | Evaluate threat decision-making processes. |
T0686 | Identify threat vulnerabilities. |
T0707 | Generate requests for information. |
T0718 | Identify intelligence gaps and shortfalls. |
T0748 | Monitor and report changes in threat dispositions, activities, tactics, capabilities, objectives, etc. as related to designated cyber operations warning problem sets. |
T0749 | Monitor and report on validated threat activities. |
T0752 | Monitor operational environment and report on adversarial activities which fulfill leadership¡¯s priority information requirements. |
T0758 | Produce timely, fused, all-source cyber operations intelligence and/or indications and warnings intelligence products (e.g., threat assessments, briefings, intelligence studies, country studies). |
T0761 | Provide subject-matter expertise and support to planning/developmental forums and working groups as appropriate. |
T0782 | Provide analyses and support for effectiveness assessment. |
T0783 | Provide current intelligence support to critical internal/external stakeholders as appropriate. |
T0785 | Provide evaluation and feedback necessary for improving intelligence production, intelligence reporting, collection requirements, and operations. |
T0786 | Provide information and assessments for the purposes of informing leadership and customers; developing and refining objectives; supporting operation planning and execution; and assessing the effects of operations. |
T0788 | Provide input and assist in post-action effectiveness assessments. |
T0789 | Provide input and assist in the development of plans and guidance. |
T0793 | Provide effectiveness support to designated exercises, and/or time sensitive operations. |
T0797 | Provide target recommendations which meet leadership objectives. |
T0834 | Work closely with planners, intelligence analysts, and collection managers to ensure intelligence requirements and collection plans are accurate and up-to-date. |