Intelligence Officers

Intelligence Officers collect and analyse information and data to produce intelligence for organisations to support planning, operations and human resource functions.

What the job involves

  • Determines organisational and client intelligence requirements
  • Organises, collects, collates and analyses data, and develops intelligence information such as electronic surveillance
  • Compiles and disseminates intelligence information using briefings, maps, charts, reports and other methods
  • Ascertains the accuracy of data collected and reliability of sources
  • Conducts threat and risk assessments and developing responses

Key values of workers in Intelligence Officers

  • Working Conditions

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Support

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Top skills required for workers in Intelligence Officers

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Writing

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Active Learning

    Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.