MID - Counterterrorism / Insurgency Analyst (Watchlisting)
Position Summary
DarkStar is seeking a highly skilled MID-level Counterterrorism / Insurgency Analyst (Watchlisting) to join our team supporting a critical intelligence community customer in Reston, VA. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment, analyzing and cross-referencing intelligence data to identify threats and enhance national security efforts. The successful candidate will play an essential role in the Terrorist Identity Nomination (TIN) process, contributing to the watchlisting mission by delivering accurate, actionable intelligence.
Location: Reston, VA
Schedule (FT/PT): Full-Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Security Clearance: Current TS/SCI
Polygraph: Counterintelligence Polygraph (Preferred)
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct systematic and detailed reviews of DoD datasets to identify vital information linked to known or suspected terrorists, directly supporting national security initiatives.
Identify, prioritize, and extract actionable intelligence from various DoD datasets on high-priority terrorist targets, as specified by the Government.
Cross-reference terrorist information across multiple intelligence holdings, verifying accuracy and completeness while eliminating data duplication to maintain high data integrity standards.
Compile comprehensive nomination reports that support the Terrorist Identity Nomination (TIN) process, ensuring all reports meet Government specifications, with accurate formatting, classification, and exceptional attention to detail.
Meet and exceed TIN production schedules, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Proactively correct and resubmit reports as necessary, preparing them for dissemination through designated channels.
Serve as a mentor to junior team members, providing guidance and expertise in Watchlisting activities and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes growth and learning.
Engage with key IC organizations on Counter-Terrorism (CT) operations, products, and information systems, building a broad understanding of their roles and contributions.
Participate in meetings, conferences, intelligence exchanges, and working groups to stay informed on emerging trends and technologies that drive the DIA's Watchlisting mission forward.
Utilize experience with DoD datasets and intelligence reporting activities to guide National Terrorist Watchlisting policies and procedures, making a significant impact on counter-terrorism efforts.
Leverage an understanding of terrorist groups, their leaders, activities, and ideologies to provide comprehensive insights that enhance intelligence analysis and watchlisting efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
CI Polygraph preferred.
Bachelor's degree (related field preferred); equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, subject to a waiver.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in intelligence analysis or a related field.
Salary Range
$68,000 - $72,000 per year
This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the job's responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws.
About DarkStar Intelligence
DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are dedicated to advancing mission support and tradecraft development for our clients while emphasizing employee retention and client satisfaction. We deliver high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our "Core Four" values: humility, passion, agility, and ownership. Our team members embody humility by prioritizing the mission over personal recognition, bringing passion through relentless enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation. With agility, they adapt swiftly to changing mission requirements and excel in team dynamics. Above all, our personnel take full ownership of their work, holding themselves accountable to deliver results and uphold the highest standards of excellence. We strive to make our country safer and create a lasting impact through these values.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is not just a policy but a core value that defines our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued based on their skills, abilities, and qualifications and where employment decisions are made solely on merit.
We uphold a zero-tolerance stance on discrimination of any kind. Our commitment ensures that no one is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our EEO principles are embedded in every facet of the employment process-from recruitment and hiring to promotions, transfers, training, and career development. We also apply this commitment to maintaining an inclusive work environment, equitable compensation and benefits, fair performance evaluations, and respectful terminations. At DarkStar Intelligence, diversity and inclusion are more than policies; they are essential to who we are and how we operate.
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Employee Benefits
At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe investing in our employees means providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their personal and professional well-being. We offer a variety of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our team:
Core Benefits:
Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to ensure you and your family access essential care.
Income Protection: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability to give you peace of mind.
Retirement Planning: A 401(k) plan to help you build a secure financial future.
Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Legal Services for added support whenever needed.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 11 paid Federal Holidays, plus a Floating Holiday to celebrate what matters most to you.
Voluntary Benefits:
Identity & Legal Protection: LegalShield and IDShield protect your identity and provide access to legal resources.
Additional Coverage: Whole Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Critical Care Insurance for extra protection and peace of mind.
At DarkStar Intelligence, we are committed to providing benefits that empower you to thrive inside and outside the workplace. We value your contributions and strive to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
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