Counterintelligence Analyst Subject Matter Expert (SME)

SMX•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•$98,000 - $150,000

About The Position

SMX is seeking a Counterintelligence Analyst Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide advanced analytical support to special operations mission sets. The ideal candidate will utilize expert-level knowledge of counterintelligence (CI) principles to assess threats, vulnerabilities, and activities of foreign intelligence entities. This role requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance national security objectives. This position requires a DoD TS/SCI security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts. Application Deadline: March 30, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Intelligence, Security Studies, International Relations, or related discipline
8+ years of counterintelligence analysis experience in federal, military, or intelligence community environments
Demonstrated expertise in CI tradecraft, analytic methodologies, and intelligence cycle
Extensive experience producing all-source analytical products for operational use
Proficiency with intelligence analysis tools and databases (e.g. Palantir, Analyst Notebook)
Valid US Passport
Excellent communication skills—experience briefing senior leadership
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed counterintelligence assessments and produce finished intelligence products, briefings, and reports
Analyze foreign intelligence entity activities targeting US interests
Identify and assess insider threats, cyber espionage risks, and technological vulnerabilities
Lead or support working groups, planning sessions, and operational briefings
Prepare threat and vulnerability assessments leveraging classified and open-source information
Develop collection requirements for intelligence gaps; coordinate with collection managers
Advise leadership on CI trends, threats, and risk mitigation strategies
Mentor and provide guidance to other analysts
Ability to deploy as needed