Counterintelligence analyst job description

**Title:**

Senior Counterintelligence Analyst

KBR is seeking a Senior Counterintelligence Analyst to support a CI program located in Washington DC. Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a DOE "Q" clearance.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Assess the foreign intelligence (FI), international terrorist, and technological collection threats directed against DOE personnel, resources, science and technology (S&T), facilities and programs.

+ Produce CI products to include national security studies, and policy recommendations for circulation within DOE, and for external dissemination throughout the USIC.

+ Capitalizes on existing liaison contacts within the USIC to further research and analytical objectives and goals of the Program.

+ Works with the Program Director to contribute to the integration of field and headquarters analysis.

+ Makes oral presentations, which convey ideas, facts, conclusions, estimates, and projections to a variety of DOE and USIC personnel.

**Required Qualifications:**

+ Must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in counterintelligence (CI) analysis, as a primary case agent in counterintelligence case management at DOE, the FBI or DOD.

+ Extensive knowledge of CI tradecraft, analytic standards and integrity, methodology and tools is required.

+ A thorough understanding of adversary methodologies and collection interests is also required.

+ Special expertise, such as area or country specialization, foreign language fluency, and emerging science and technology research is desired.

+ Possess excellent oral and written communication skills and proven performance delivering high-quality products under sometimes seemingly enormous pressure to meet tight deadlines.

+ Must have earned a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college relevant to geopolitical or national security studies.

+ Must demonstrate direct and current knowledge of the mission, structure, and key intelligence programs of the USIC, tactical analysis in support of predicating CI investigations, international political, economic, and military matters as they impact U.S. national security policy and issues, all aspects of the intelligence cycle, and must demonstrate core analytical competencies to include critical thinking skills and strong collaboration skills.

**Desired Qualifications:**

+ A Master's Degree, Juris Doctor, or higher, and/or foreign language written and spoken proficiency (such as Russian, Arabic, Farsi, Hindi, or related languages) are highly desirable.

**Required Clearance:**

+ TS Clearance (with SCI preferred)

+ Ability to obtain a DOE "Q" clearance

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Your most important work is ahead.
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Leidos is seeking experienced Counterintelligence personnel for our client's operational requirements on a mission focused program within a challenging, dynamic setting located in the Virginia and Maryland area. Successful candidates in this position will collaborate with a diverse group of individuals across the intelligence community and directly contribute to management and analysis of counterintelligence policy and operations.

Primary Responsibilities: Counterintelligence

Leverage counterintelligence(CI)expertise and oversight in support of client operations. Conduct complete assessments of complex operations using a broad range of research methods and tools to identify CI issues and security vulnerabilities, including vulnerabilities associated with the use of technology, to enhance the integrity of client operations. Find proactive solutions to difficult operational CI issues and maintain knowledge of broader IC and CI issues and CI environments. Recommend networks and applications and technology requiring User Activity Monitoring. Develop and prepare CI program documentation. Help manage and maintain CI requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

+ TS/SCI with Poly

+ Experience with CI functional areas, vetting technologies and capabilities, analytic tools, and communications processes used in client operations

+ Experience with overseeing or conducting offensive and defensive operations and due diligence, analyzing operations, recognizing vulnerabilities and threats, and providing solutions to enhance the security of a case or program

+ Experience with conducting assessments of complex operations using multiple research methods and tools to identify CI issues and security vulnerabilities, including vulnerabilities associated with the use of technology, to enhance the integrity of client operations

+ Knowledge of CI concepts and principles necessary to plan and conduct a range of CI support to operations and platforms

+ Ability to convey appropriate vetting options and tailored CI requirements to improve operational security of ongoing cases

+ BA degree and 4+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience. Final level will be determined upon the skills, education, and experience of selected candidate.

Journeyman (P3)

+ Min 4 Years work experience related to the technical requirement

+ Min 1 year working with or in the IC

Senior (P4)

+ Min 8 Years work experience related to the technical requirement

+ Min 3 year working with or in the IC

SME (P5)

+ Min 12 Years work experience related to the technical requirement

+ Min 5 year working with or in the IC

Pay Range:Pay Range $65,000.00 - $100,000.00 - $135,000.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00095496

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

# of Positions: 4

Work Authorization: United States (Required)

Position Summary

The Counterintelligence Specialist (CI) will be responsible for counterintelligence activities, including detecting, identifying, and assessing adversary intentions and capabilities. This may include developing programs, systems, and procedures designed to counter foreign intelligence collection efforts and activities of foreign entities, including sabotage and terrorist activities. This position is subject to random counterintelligence scope polygraphs as a condition of access eligibility. You must be able to work onsite in Redstone Arsenal Huntsville, AL.

Position Qualifications

• Must be formally CI trained and certified to USD/I approved standards pursuant to DoD Directive 5240.02
• Works independently and/or leads sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems
• Bachelors degree in Security/CI fields with a minimum of eight (8) of relevant experience
• Experience with counterintelligence research analysis and writing analytically-sound intelligence products
• Available to work before/after typical office hours as work may demand
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Excellent briefing and technical writing skills
• Impeccable customer service skills
• Read, speak, and understand the English language fluently
• Expert experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe tools and systems to include Excel, Project, Teams, SharePoint, Word, and PowerPoint
• Complete a security screening interview
• Must maintain clearance, and eligibility throughout employment
• Must meet client suitability
  

Additional Information

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties, and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that is not listed in this job description.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Pendleton Solutions, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pendleton Solutions, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus
  
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Incentive Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

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