Counterintelligence Analyst - Active Clearance Required

LLNL; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) seeks a Counterintelligence Analyst to conduct CI/CT research, analysis, and reporting. You will support threat assessments and coordination with DOE, USIC, and other national labs in a hybrid work environment, with some remote work options.

The role emphasizes handling sensitive information, producing briefings, and contributing to training materials. A DOE Q or Top Secret clearance is required, with SCI access possible.

Qualifications

• Active DOE Q-level clearance or Top Secret clearance.
• Ability to obtain SCI access.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of analytic principles and dissemination.
• Familiarity with classified/unclassified databases and intelligence tools.
• Training in espionage, counterproliferation, weapons systems, or foreign intel services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct CI/CT research and analysis under senior staff guidance.
• Fuse information from open and secure sources to identify threats.
• Support threat assessments and intelligence products for stakeholders.
• Prepare briefings, debriefings, and presentations on CI/CT risks.
• Support DOE data calls and programmatic initiatives.
• Collaborate with LLNL, DOE, USIC, and other labs.

Skills

Q clearance

SCI access

Analytic principles

USIC familiarity

Written communication

Verbal communication

Discretion with sensitive info

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

• Full-time
• Organization: Office of the Director
• Category: Security
• Employee Referral Bonus: Not applicable
• Pre-Employment Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
• Pre-Placement Medical Exam: Not applicable
• Security Clearance: Active DOE Q clearance (or active Top Secret clearance)

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description

We're looking for a Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst within the Counterintelligence Program to conduct counterintelligence and counterterrorism research, analysis, reporting, collaboration, training, and information management to identify threats and support national security stakeholders. You will report to the Supervisory Analyst.

This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one day per week on non-Alternate Work Schedule work week.

This position will be filled at eitherlevel based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

• Conduct research and analysis supporting diverse counterintelligence and counterterrorism investigations under direction of senior staff.
• Collect, analyze, and fuse information from open and secure sources to identify threats and assess foreign capabilities.
• Provide analytical support to threat assessments and tactical and strategic intelligence products for local and national stakeholders.
• Support or prepare briefings, debriefings, and presentations concerning foreign nationals, foreign travel, and CI/CT risks.
• Support DOE data calls, programmatic initiatives, plans, and proposed policy changes.
• Contribute to collaborations with Laboratory organizations, DOE, national laboratories, the U.S. Intelligence Community (USIC), and law enforcement.
• Contribute toand deliver counterintelligence awareness and training materials.
• Enter, retrieve, and manage information in Laboratory and USIC analytical and investigative systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the K02.2 level

• Independently conduct comprehensive research and complex counterintelligence analysis with limited direction.
• Produce complex threat assessments and intelligence products.
• Participate in and, as appropriate, lead collaborative analytical projects.
• Provide general direction to support staff and junior analysts.
• Assist senior staff in developing recommendations on programmatic and policy matters.

Qualifications

• This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access. Please note that any current active Q or Top Secret clearance with DOE does not guarantee DOE SCI access approval; if you are denied access, you may be subject to reinvestigation of your existing Q or Top Secretclearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience/training.
• Core knowledge of analytic principles, procedures, methodologies, and intelligence-information dissemination.
• Fundamental understanding of national-security issues related to the USIC.
• Familiarity with classified and unclassified databases, software applications, and intelligence research tools used to identify and assess foreign capabilities.
• Core training in areas such as espionage, counterproliferation, weapons systems, and/or foreign intelligence services.
• Familiarity with hardware, software, and network-system fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret and apply governmental and Laboratory policies, procedures, orders, and regulations.
• Sufficient written, verbal, briefing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, sound judgment, and discretion with highly sensitive information.

Additional qualifications at the K02.2 level

• Related intelligence-field experience and applied knowledge of analytic principles, procedures, methodologies, and intelligence-information dissemination.
• Knowledge and experience addressing national-security issues related to the USIC.
• Experience using classified and unclassified databases, software applications, and intelligence research tools to identify and assess foreign capabilities using conventional intelligence disciplines.
• Specialized training in espionage, counterproliferation, weapons systems, and/or foreign intelligence services.
• Experience interpreting and applying governmental policies, procedures, orders, and regulations.
• Strong written, verbal, briefing, and interpersonal communication skills.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience supporting CI/CT investigations, threat assessments, DOE data calls, or USIC coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analytical findings clearly in written products and briefings.

Pay Range

$95,820 - $117,312 Annually for the K02.1 level

$114,900 - $140,712 Annually for the K02.2 level (delete if posting is not a dual)

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information

#LI-Hybrid

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. Also, you must have the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access. Please note that your current active Q or Top Secret clearance with DOE or another agency does not guarantee DOE SCI access approval; if you are denied access, you may be subject to reinvestigation of your existing Q or Top Secret Clearance.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the useand/or possession ofmobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area whereyou are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile devicein your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Ifyou useamedical device, whichpairs with a mobile device,you must still follow the rules concerningthe mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities requireseparate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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