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US Defense Intelligence Agency

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Not worth the low starting salary - Intelligence Analyst US Defense Intelligence Agency Employee Review

2.0
Dec 7, 2019
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Pros

-Work is limited to a 40 hour work week which makes for a good work-life balance -You can use 3 of your 40 work hours for working out (civilian fitness program)

Cons

-Poor management, often caused by military leadership changing out often and lack of understanding of the mission -Low starting pay (difficult to get hired above a GG-10) -Workload can get really heavy, but overtime is rarely approved so you need to fit it all into a 40 hour work week -Old work spaces (dirty, cramped), but they are trying to renovate parts of the building to make it better, but it will be a long project -Doesn't like change/likes the status quo

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5.0
Mar 19, 2026
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Pros

Career advancement Flexible with schedule

Cons

Sometimes there's a bit of conflict with other staff who feel like they should value people based on whether they are fed or contractor

3.0
Jul 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

You have a chance to be at the center of defense policymaking. The salary and benefits are very competitive. The Thrift Savings Plan is a great benefit. PTO and sick leave are much more generous than in the private sector. The federal government is one of the few workplaces that still has a defined-benefit pension plan. The pension isn't huge, but it is enough to keep me out of poverty in retirement.

Cons

The promotion and employee evaluation system does not make sense. Toxic leadership, constant reorganization. I personally do not agree with the current leadership in D.C. and their policies, and that creates ethical quandaries for anyone working there.

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