Intelligence analysts (IAs) collect, analyze and report intelligence that reveals the intentions of foreign governments. They transform raw information into critical reports that explain intelligence issues within the United States and abroad. IAs analyze complex situations and identify intelligence gaps, evaluate data from multiple sources, monitor trends, and interpret events.

Intelligence analysis professionals often have experience or education in:

Data science and analysis

History, government or political science

Intelligence

International affairs, relations or studies

Library sciences or information sciences

National security studies

Science

Source: https://www.intelligencecareers.gov/NSA/career-fields#intelligence-analysis