Data analyst internship jobs in Asheville, NC

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. To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee. Note on Cleared Roles: If this position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level and be willing and able to obtain CI polygraph. This project supports a hard and deeply buried target mission set, providing critical analytic insights to government stakeholders. Success depends on accurate reporting that augment other analytic products and enable timely and informed decision-making. The work directly impacts national security objectives by transforming complex data into actionable intelligence in a highly specialized and sensitive domain. Responsibilities: This position is full time onsite in Reston, VA. Conduct comprehensive OSINT research and analysis using public, private, and government open-source materials. Execute social media research and exploitation projects with minimal guidance. Apply social network/link analysis techniques to map relationships and patterns of interest. Use advanced search techniques, managed attribution, and relevant tools to securely gather and verify online data. Conduct geolocation and geospatial analysis, including photo and map verification. Perform image and video verification to assess authenticity and identify key visual indicators. Synthesize findings into clear, actionable written reports and briefings. Apply critical thinking and pattern recognition to identify trends and anomalies. Track and report on progress using basic project and metrics tracking tools. Minimum Qualifications: Current/active TS/SCI security clearance and be willing and able to obtain CI polygraph. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Political Science, Cybersecurity, Area Studies). 6+ years of experience in open-source research, analysis, and reporting. Demonstrated ability to: Work independently with limited oversight. Communicate complex findings clearly and concisely in English (written and verbal). Apply structured analytic techniques to support intelligence production. Experience conducting social media exploitation and writing intelligence or research reports. Recent (within last 2 years) training or hands-on experience in OSINT or social media research techniques. Preferred Qualifications: Language proficiency (Chinese or Russian preferred). Experience with: Photo geolocation and advanced image analysis. Cyber concepts including obfuscation techniques and digital attribution. Threat finance research and analysis. Familiarity with IC or defense analytic tools. Exposure to human geography and sociocultural analysis. Demonstrated ability to develop or refine search strategies and methods. Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range. ● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $99,000.00 - $165,000.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: ****************************** The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page. EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.