Counterintelligence Analyst
Location- Silver Spring, MD (Hybrid- Friday WFH)
Clearance- TS/SCI
Salary- 100k-110k/yr
The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.
This program requires US Citizenship
The Counterintelligence Analyst will play a key role in supporting the NOAA Research Security Program by identifying, assessing, and mitigating threats to NOAA's critical technologies, intellectual property, and research data. This position requires expertise in counterintelligence methodologies, with demonstrated experience in research security, technology protection, and foreign influence detection. The Analyst's work will directly contribute to safeguarding NOAA's mission and maintaining the integrity of U.S. research.
Key Responsibilities Threat Assessment & Analysis
Conduct assessments of foreign influence risks in NOAA research programs
Analyze intelligence reports and open-source information to identify threats
Perform due diligence on foreign entities seeking collaboration with NOAA
Support development of the NOAA Critical Assets List
Policy & Procedure Development
Develop due diligence processes for classified and unclassified research reviews
Contribute to export control policy and technology control plan assessments
Draft SOPs for counterintelligence-focused due diligence
Support creation of disclosure standards and violation consequences
Security Framework Implementation
Conduct gap analysis of NOAA's research security posture
Contribute to risk assessments of critical and emerging technologies (NSPM-33)
Design procedures for identifying and mitigating nation-state threats
Assist in supply chain risk management for research integrity
Training & Incident Response
Develop and deliver training on foreign influence detection and threat awareness
Support tabletop exercises and simulations for counterintelligence scenarios
Assist with incident response planning for suspected foreign influence or unauthorized technology transfer
Provide briefings to NOAA personnel on counterintelligence trends and indicators
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, or related field
5+ years of counterintelligence experience, preferably in a government or research environment
Knowledge of NSPM-33 requirements and research security frameworks
Experience with export control regulations (ITAR, EAR) and technology control plans
Proficiency with classified and unclassified intelligence analysis tools
Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize multi-source data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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