Brandon Scott
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Experienced geopolitical & intelligence analyst with several years of experience in the military, think tanks, corporate security, and private-sector intelligence. Areas of research include great-power competition, nuclear & biological weapons risk, and emerging threats to national & international security.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intelligence Analyst
Sourced Intelligence
06.2025 - Current
- Analyzed intelligence data to identify trends and support decision-making processes.
- Developed comprehensive reports summarizing findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance information-sharing practices and operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough assessments of threats, risks, and vulnerabilities impacting client security.
Global Security Analyst
Leidos
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Assissted in monitoring the global landscape for potential threats to the Leidos team.
- Worked in an Emergency Operations Center, providing geopolitical analysis, risk assessment, and corporate security management.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to augment the security of employees and operations against terrorist attacks, armed conflict, civil unrest and natural disasters.
Private Security Officer
Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services, Inc.
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitored security systems to detect and respond to incidents promptly.
- Coordinated with GSOC teams to enhance security.
- Implemented access control measures to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergency situations for effective resolution.
Research Intern, Asia-Pacific Program
Foreign Policy Research Institute
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted research & analysis on political, economic, and security developments in the Asia-Pacific region, such as maritime disputes in the South China Sea, North Korea's nuclear program, & Taiwanese defense strategy.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
02.2017 - 02.2021
- Led tactical training exercises to enhance unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Conducted reconnaissance missions, gathering critical intelligence for operational planning.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and execute operations
- Maintained and operated advanced weapon systems in high-pressure environments.
Education
Master of Arts - Strategy, Cybersecurity, & Intelligence Studies
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies
Washington, DC08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA06-2024
Skills
- Geopolitical analysis & regional expertise
- Military strategy & operational planning
- Open-source intelligence collection & analysis
- Corporate security & risk assessment
- Professional writing & briefing
- Public speaking
Certification
- Stanford Online Certification: Nuclear Terrorism
Timeline
Intelligence Analyst
Sourced Intelligence
06.2025 - Current
Global Security Analyst
Leidos
05.2024 - 05.2025
Research Intern, Asia-Pacific Program
Foreign Policy Research Institute
01.2023 - 06.2023
Private Security Officer
Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services, Inc.
03.2022 - 05.2024
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
02.2017 - 02.2021
Master of Arts - Strategy, Cybersecurity, & Intelligence Studies
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
George Mason University