Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst – Expert

SMX•Fayetteville, NC

9d•$95,000 - $100,000

About The Position

SMX seeks an experienced Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst to deliver timely, relevant, and actionable advice that enhances the counterintelligence posture of supported activities. The role ensures compliance with intelligence oversight requirements, accurately documents and reports CI indicators or concerns, and provides senior-level analytical support. The analyst collaborates across communities, assimilates and de-conflicts large volumes of data, and independently produces high-value CI reports and products at operational and strategic levels for senior leaders. The position supports CI analysis, HUMINT operations, asset risk assessment, operational risk management, patterns-of-life analysis, signature reduction, intelligence reporting, and F3EAD targeting. It also involves maintaining source data and conducting reviews in the Integrated Defense Source Registration System (IDSRS), participating in Asset Validation Panels, and coordinating cross-functional meetings and working groups. Deployment within and outside the continental United States may be required. The proposed salary is $95,000–$100,000 USD. SMX offers health insurance, paid leave, retirement benefits, and learning and development opportunities. The role requires a TS/SCI security clearance and a valid U.S. passport. SMX does not sponsor employment authorization or immigration-related support for this position.

Requirements

At least six years of experience performing counterintelligence-related operations in a Joint Special Operations Task Force, Inter-Agency Task Force, National Intelligence Agency, Law Enforcement Agency, Joint CI Activity, or Combatant Command role.
At least six years of operational analysis experience in the counterintelligence field.
Demonstrated expertise with the HUMINT Operations Cycle, CI Support to HUMINT Operations, Asset Risk Assessment System (ARMS), Operational Risk Management, and Patterns of Life Analysis.
Broad knowledge of intelligence disciplines and the F3EAD targeting methodology.
Extensive understanding of CI theory, doctrine, rules, laws, regulations, directives, systems, and methodologies.
TS/SCI security clearance.
Valid U.S. passport.
Willingness and ability to deploy within and outside the continental United States as required.

Nice To Haves

Five years of managerial-level experience supporting special operations and/or combat overseas tours, particularly with Special Mission Units (SMU) and/or Special Operations Forces (SOF).
Experience leading analytical efforts resulting in high-impact products for SOF or related missions.
Proficiency in Human Factors Analysis, Human Terrain Analysis, SIGINT Targeting, Convergence Analysis, and intelligence training.
Advanced degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Deliver timely CI analysis and recommendations to improve the CI posture of supported commands.
Ensure compliance with intelligence oversight requirements and accurately and promptly document and report CI indicators or concerns.
Research, develop, and disseminate comprehensive multimedia and written CI reports and products; produce all-source CI association matrices and operational analysis.
Coordinate and support community meetings and cross-functional working groups; assimilate and de-conflict information across analytical sections.
Manage and maintain source data in the Integrated Defense Source Registration System (IDSRS) and conduct in-depth CI reviews of active assets.
Participate in Asset Validation Panels and ensure proper asset validation conduct.
Maintain current knowledge of signature reduction training standards and processes, and advise commands on effective, compliant use of signature reduction techniques.
Apply expertise in HUMINT operations, asset risk assessment, operational risk management, and patterns-of-life analysis.
Apply F3EAD targeting methodology and associated intelligence disciplines to broader analytical outcomes.
Support intelligence reporting cycles, participate in reviews, and propose or implement corrective actions.
Deploy within and outside the continental United States as required.