Counterintelligence Analyst

Accenture Federal Services•Arlington, VA

19h

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, our purpose is to help the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer, and life better for people. We are a technology company within global Accenture, with over 13,000 employees dedicated to leveraging technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Accenture Federal Services is recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, fostering a collaborative and caring community where individuals feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to grow through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. We aim to drive positive, lasting change that advances missions and the government forward. The Security & Intelligence Directorate (S&ID) within Accenture Federal Services delivers physical security, insider threat mitigation, and counterintelligence support for federal engagements. This directorate protects AFS personnel, information, systems, and mission spaces by integrating intelligence analysis, risk assessment, and operational security functions. The Counterintelligence & Insider Threat (CIT) Team specifically conducts analytic, investigative, and operational activities to prevent, detect, assess, and mitigate threats from malicious insiders, foreign intelligence entities, and external actors targeting AFS or federal clients. Analysts on this team support threat assessments, investigations, operational security tasks, and intelligence production for both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in intelligence studies, national security, international affairs, cybersecurity, criminal justice, or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
3-5 years of experience in intelligence analysis, insider threat, security risk analysis, counterintelligence, or related fields.
Foundational training or experience in intelligence analysis, insider threat methodologies, or investigations.
Strong analytic and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify patterns, anomalies, and behavioral indicators across complex datasets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present complex or sensitive information clearly to non‑technical audiences.
Experience conducting PAI research, digital footprint analysis, or social media investigations.
Understanding of insider threat programs, security best practices, or counterintelligence fundamentals.
Familiarity with analytic tools, OSINT platforms, case management systems, and relevant professional organizations.
TS+ Clearance with SCI or SCI eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Experience analyzing sensitive or confidential personnel, behavioral, or security information.
Knowledge of federal insider threat program standards (e.g., NISPOM, EO 13587, NITTF guidance).
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity, personnel security, or counterintelligence methodologies.
TS/SCI Clearance with poly
Certifications in intelligence analysis, insider threat, or counterintelligence (e.g., Insider Threat Program Manager/Analyst, CI training programs).

Responsibilities

Build and execute an enhanced CI program in support of all AFS TS+ high-risk contracts (147), with initial concentration on specific Defense and Intel SAP related programs.
Collect, evaluate, and analyze information related to insider threat indicators, foreign intelligence risks, personnel behavior anomalies, and operational security concerns.
Produce clear, concise analytic assessments ranging from tactical incident-based reporting to strategic trend analysis, adhering to analytic tradecraft standards.
Conduct research and investigations using publicly available information (PAI), social media platforms, and structured data sources.
Monitor security, personnel, and operational data for indicators of elevated risk; prepare assessments or alerts as needed.
Collaborate with security operations, legal, HR, IT security, and federal project teams on risk assessment and mitigation efforts.
Maintain situational awareness of counterintelligence, insider threat, cybersecurity, and geopolitical developments affecting AFS operations.
Support incident response, crisis monitoring, and investigative tasks assigned by RMB and S&ID leadership.
Leverage professional networks, open-source tools, and government/industry partnerships to enhance threat awareness and analytic rigor.
Help pursue and develop the appropriate tools for collecting, tracking, aggregating and analyzing risk related information and data across all available sources.