Combat Intelligence Cell (CIC) Instructor

Leidos; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an all-source intelligence instructor to lead the Combat Intelligence Cell (CIC) course at Joint Base Langley‑Eustis in Hampton, VA. The instructor will deliver IQT training, develop curricula, and facilitate exercises for USAF personnel, ensuring up‑to‑date materials and effective learning outcomes while maintaining TS/SCI clearance requirements.

Qualified candidates will have a TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience (or an associate’s with

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance on day 1.
• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience OR Associate’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in USAF All‑Source Intelligence.
• Prior operational deployment experience.
• Hands‑on CIC or Unit‑Level Intelligence operations.
• Proficiency in analog intelligence product development (Charts, RFI trackers, Manual Order of Battle and Disposition of Forces tracking).
• Travel is around 25%.
• Nice to have: experience with MIST, Thresher, Bodhi and similar situational awareness tools.
• Experience in exercise scripting and facilitation (White Cell).
• On‑the‑Job trainer/evaluator or formal training instructor qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal initial qualification training (IQT) for intelligence personnel.
• Prepare course materials and keep curriculum up to date with tech changes.
• Instruct through lecture and hands‑on demonstrations of analytic tools and resources.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback after training events.
• Cover topics: ISR asset fundamentals, weapons employment, mission threats, and core Air Force mission sets.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Instructional delivery

Course development

Exercise facilitation

Analytic tools training

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years relevant experience

Associate's degree

6+ years relevant experience

Tools

AFTTPs

Intelligence websites

White Cell exercises

Job description

Are you ready for a rewarding career opportunity? Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos is seeking all-source intelligence professionals to instruct the Combat Intelligence Cell (CIC) Course at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, in Hampton, VA. The Instructor will provide daily instruction, course and exercise development, and exercise facilitation to USAF personnel in core functions of the Combat Intelligence Cell. If you're passionate about the field and currently possess a TS/SCI security clearance, we want to hear from you! Note: Funding for these positions is anticipated to begin in mid-January for two openings and mid-February for the remaining two openings. Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission?

What You’ll Do

Provide formal initial qualification training (IQT) for intelligence personnel assigned to support platform- and weapon system-specific operations at the Squadron, Operational Support Squadron, Group, or Wing level. Prepare course materials, develop training exercises, and keep curriculum up to date with any technology, system, or tool updates. Instruct through lecture and hands‑on, practical demonstrations of analytic tools and threat knowledge resources (AFTTPs, intelligence community websites, etc.). Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback at the close of training events. Training topics shall include ISR asset/collection fundamentals (RADAR/IR theory, SIGINT, GEOINT, Special Payloads), weapons capabilities/employment, threats to mission execution and basing, Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace, and introduction to core Air Force mission sets supported by the ISR community to include: ISR, Offensive and Defensive Counter-Air, Close Air Support, Combat Search and Rescue, Counter‑land, Counter‑Sea, and Strike Coordination and Reconnaissance.

What Sets You Apart (Required)

Active TS/SCI security clearance on day 1 Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience OR Associate’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience. *Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Experience in USAF All‑Source Intelligence. Prior operational deployment experience. Hands‑on experience in CIC or Unit‑Level Intelligence operations. Proficiency in analog intelligence product development (Charts, RFI trackers, Manual Order of Battle and Disposition of Forces tracking). Travel is around 25%. Nice to Have: Recent experience with MIST, Thresher, Bodhi and similar situational awareness tools. Experience in exercise scripting and facilitation (White Cell). On‑the‑Job trainer/evaluator or formal training instructor qualification. AMSOPP1

Pay Range

Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

Securing Your Data

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Original Posting

November 3, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.