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Job outlook for signal intelligence analysts in the United States
Are signal intelligence analyst jobs in demand?
Signal intelligence analyst job and salary trends over time
Signal intelligence analyst jobs over time
Signal intelligence analyst job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,185 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 2,147 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 2,139 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 2,095 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 2,134 | 0.00% |
Average signal intelligence analyst salary over time
Signal intelligence analyst salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $69,325 | $33.33 | +4.5% |
| 2024 | $66,319 | $31.88 | +1.5% |
| 2023 | $65,322 | $31.40 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $63,767 | $30.66 | +2.4% |
| 2021 | $62,292 | $29.95 | +1.2% |
Signal intelligence analyst jobs by state
Most common states for signal intelligence analysts
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 244 | 35% |
| 2 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,118 | 13% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 70 | 11% |
| 4 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 581 | 10% |
| 5 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 127 | 9% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 69 | 9% |
| 7 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 80 | 8% |
| 8 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 68 | 8% |
| 9 | Alaska | 739,795 | 62 | 8% |
| 10 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 44 | 8% |
| 11 | Delaware | 961,939 | 64 | 7% |
| 12 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 344 | 6% |
| 13 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 118 | 6% |
| 14 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 103 | 6% |
| 15 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 65 | 6% |
| 16 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 377 | 5% |
| 17 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 193 | 5% |
| 18 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 142 | 5% |
| 19 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 71 | 5% |
| 20 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 63 | 5% |
Most common cities for signal intelligence analysts
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laurel | 1 | 4% | $83,243 |
| 2 | Annapolis | 1 | 3% | $83,414 |
| 3 | Riverton | 1 | 2% | $56,775 |
| 4 | Schenectady | 1 | 2% | $72,208 |
| 5 | Lansing | 1 | 1% | $63,874 |
| 6 | Syracuse | 1 | 1% | $71,530 |
| 7 | Austin | 1 | 0% | $68,721 |
| 8 | El Paso | 1 | 0% | $67,243 |
| 9 | Houston | 1 | 0% | $69,224 |
| 10 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $51,791 |
| 11 | Long Beach | 1 | 0% | $80,045 |
| 12 | Portland | 1 | 0% | $69,720 |
| 13 | Saint Paul | 1 | 0% | $56,836 |
| 14 | San Antonio | 1 | 0% | $68,990 |
| 15 | San Diego | 1 | 0% | $77,764 |
| 16 | Tacoma | 1 | 0% | $69,916 |
Signal Intelligence Analyst job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of signal intelligence analyst experts
Arizona State University
Mississippi College
Angélica Amezcua
Graduate AssistantArizona State University
School of International Letters and Cultures
What soft skills should all Signal Intelligence Analysts possess?
Angélica Amezcua: Some soft skills are networking, teamwork, creative thinking, positive attitudes, assertiveness, and empathy.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Signal Intelligence Analysts?
Angélica Amezcua: Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics with a focus on Spanish Heritage Language Pedagogy
What skills will help Signal Intelligence Analysts earn the most?
Angélica Amezcua: Communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Signal Intelligence Analysts?
Caroline Kramer: I absolutely think so. Students have less hands-on experiences in the classroom and outside and a lot of internships have been virtual creating uncertainty about the future.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Signal Intelligence Analysts?
Caroline Kramer: It really depends on what job you are going into since each job has completely different requirements.
What soft skills should all Signal Intelligence Analysts possess?
Caroline Kramer: I believe that all students should have good computer skills. Students in particular need to be able to use Microsoft Office to succeed in the current job market.