Collection Manager

Intelligence Careers; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DCIPS trial period

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NSA is seeking a Collection Manager at Mid to Experienced level for locations in Denver/Aurora, CO and Fort Meade, MD. The role focuses on planning and coordinating collection activities to satisfy program requirements and maximize access to global communications.

The ideal candidate will have SIGINT experience, a relevant degree, and a proven ability to work with internal and external partners while adhering to legal and regulatory policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in signals intelligence (SIGINT) collection/analysis.
• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years relevant experience or Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience.
• High school diploma or GED plus 7 years relevant experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Ability to comply with legal and regulatory policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify collection access points and plans to meet requirements.
• Develop, plan, and coordinate deployment of collection systems.
• Coordinate tasking for NSA collection programs with internal and external agencies.
• Maximize access to global communications through collection activities.

Skills

SIGINT collection

Analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Data flow management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Collection Manager - Mid to Experienced Level (MD, CO)

Denver/Aurora, CO || Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD
Pay Plan: GG , Grade: 11/1 to 14/10
Open: 2026-09-24, Close: 2026-09-28

Job Posting: 1261395

Responsibilities

Identify appropriate collection access points, methods, and/or plans necessary to satisfy specific collection requirements. Develop, plan, and coordinate the deployment of collection systems. Validate, coordinate, issue, adjust, and terminate collection tasking for NSA Collection programs; and collaborate internally and with external agencies to acquire, maintain and maximize access to global communications.

Job Summary

Collection Management is the process of managing and organizing the collection of intelligence from various sources. The NSA is looking to develop a highly talented cadre of individuals in developing, planning, and ensuring the efficiency of NSA's worldwide accesses, collaborating with collection architecture developers, and sustaining access to global communications.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.Relevant experience must be in signals intelligence (SIGINT) collection, and/or analysis; and the collection management process. Completion of military training in a relevant area such as Signals Collection or Analysis program will be considered towards the relevant experience requirement (i.e., a 24-week course will count as 6 months of experience).Degree in any field is acceptable.FULL PERFORMANCEEntry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience. High school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience will be considered.SENIOREntry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 year of relevant experience. High school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience will be considered.

The ideal candidate has a desire for continual learning along with excellent problem-solving, communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills who is:- Accountable- Detail-oriented- Customer and results-oriented- Using the procedures and tools for end-to-end data flow management for collection- Arranging information and materials in a useful manner- Complying with legal and regulatory policies and procedures required for the selector targeting, collection, processing, retention, and dissemination of SIGINT- Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Knowledge, skills, and experience in one or more of the following is preferred:- Awareness of collection, processing and forwarding systems and architecture- Familiarity with basic resource management and data flow principles- Database or application administration- IT support or IT management- Networking or telecommunications systems- Targeting managementPotential areas of specialization include:Access DevelopmentCOMINTCompliance ManagementCybersecurityELINTEnd-to-end Data Flow ManagementFISINTPROFORMATargeting Management

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.Salary Range: $83,265 - $187,093 (Full Performance, Senior)Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).DCIPS Trial Period:If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.

DCIPS Disclaimer

**VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS**Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority.Veterans' PreferenceIn accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application.Acceptable documentation includes:- DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR- Certification of Service:A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND- Standard Form 15 (SF-15)Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf).If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND- VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating)You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/).**Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.