SCI | El Paso, TX

Cambridge International Systems Inc•El Paso, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cambridge International Systems, Inc. is seeking a HUMINT/Counterintelligence Operations Specialist to support operations in El Paso, TX. This position is contingent on contract award, with an expected start date in September 2026. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD TS/SCI Level clearance. As a HUMINT / Counterintelligence Operations Specialist, you will support a high-priority Special Operations and Joint Interagency mission in El Paso, Texas. This position directly supports operational planning, collection management, source operations, and all-source intelligence production in support of national security objectives. The ideal candidate is an experienced HUMINT or Counterintelligence professional with a strong operational background, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to operate in a dynamic, mission-focused environment supporting military, law enforcement, and interagency partners. This role falls under Threat Intelligence Analyst within our compensation framework.

Requirements

Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered where applicable.
Minimum eight (8) years of operational experience supporting HUMINT, Counterintelligence, J2X, or Intelligence Operations.
Graduate of a Service HUMINT Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) qualification course or equivalent government HUMINT training.
Graduate of the Defense Strategic Debriefing Course (DSDC).
Demonstrated experience analyzing HUMINT and Counterintelligence reporting to identify foreign intelligence threats, insider threats, and operational opportunities.
Experience supporting J2 staff functions, intelligence collection management, and operational planning.
Demonstrated experience drafting Intelligence Information Reports (IIRs), Source Directed Requirements (SDRs), and finished intelligence products.
Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting USSOCOM, USNORTHCOM, Joint Task Forces, Special Mission Units (SMUs), or Joint Interagency Task Forces.
Experience supporting J2X organizations, HUMINT Operations Cells (HOCs), or HUMINT Collection Teams (HCTs).
Familiarity with DIA HUMINT tradecraft standards, Intelligence Oversight requirements, and domestic operational authorities.
Experience utilizing Intelligence Community databases such as CHROME, JWICS, and other classified intelligence systems.
Strong briefing and communication skills with experience presenting operational assessments to senior military leaders and interagency partners.
Demonstrated ability to operate independently in fast-paced operational environments while managing multiple priorities.
Must have an active passport to support OCONUS travel and/or living requirements

Responsibilities

Conduct all-source intelligence analysis by integrating HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT, and other intelligence disciplines to identify threat networks, vulnerabilities, and illicit pathways.
Produce finished intelligence products, including intelligence summaries, network analysis, executive briefings, and operational assessments.
Develop targeting packages and actionable operational leads to support HUMINT collection, law enforcement coordination, and interdiction efforts.
Advise government leadership on collection priorities aligned with Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs), law enforcement requests, and operational objectives.
Identify intelligence gaps and develop Source Directed Requirements (SDRs) to guide future HUMINT collection efforts.
Provide technical advisory support to HUMINT Collection Teams (HCTs) and assist in the planning, synchronization, and deconfliction of HUMINT operations.
Review operational proposals, Concepts of Operation (CONOPs), and sensitive activity plans to assess technical feasibility and operational risk.
Conduct HUMINT collection activities in accordance with applicable regulations and prepare Intelligence Information Reports (IIRs) documenting collection results.
Support Counterintelligence activities and force protection initiatives in accordance with organizational policies and government guidance.
Manage source administration, source validation, operational records, and accountability within classified intelligence systems.
Review, process, and disseminate HUMINT reporting while ensuring compliance with DIA tradecraft standards and Intelligence Oversight requirements.
Conduct technical reviews and evaluations of Intelligence Information Reports (IIRs) using Intelligence Community databases such as CHROME, providing quality assurance and actionable feedback to collection elements.
Prepare executive summaries, decision papers, operational briefings, and staff packages for senior leadership.
Brief J2X leadership, command staff, and interagency partners on HUMINT operations, collection posture, analytical findings, and operational synchronization.
Serve as the primary liaison between field collectors, command leadership, and interagency partners to facilitate mission coordination and operational deconfliction.
Perform additional mission-related duties as required in support of evolving operational requirements.
Proactively identifies, tracks, and manages emerging threats and vulnerabilities to safeguard an organization’s digital infrastructure.
Establishes ongoing monitoring and analyzes data from various sources to identify threats and risks.
Investigates internal security incidents and coordinates quick and effective response efforts to counter them.
Performs frequent security audits and penetration testing of commonly used systems.
Researches, collects, and analyzes intelligence data and prepares strategic reports.
Trains employees on how to securely use and store sensitive information.
Develops response strategies derived from modern threat tactics to prevent future attacks.
Stays up to date in modern trends in cyber threats, attack techniques, and security technologies.