Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst - Team Lead

VMD Corp; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcelerate Solutions in Quantico, VA seeks a Counterintelligence Analyst Team Lead to guide the Threat Integration Branch and ensure vetted intelligence informs risk decisions on foreign threats and supply chain vulnerabilities.

You will manage Threat Information Responses, coordinate with IC partners, and apply ICD analytic standards to deliver timely, defendable assessments for sensitive programs requiring TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in CI analysis, all-source intel, or supply chain risk management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Intelligence Studies, International Security, or related field.
• Ability to apply IC tradecraft standards to business data.

Responsibilities

• Lead Threat Integration Branch and manage Threat Information Responses (TIRs) and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with DCSA Threat Directorate and IC partners to validate threats.
• Identify campaigns by adversaries to acquire U.S. tech via front companies.
• Ensure all intelligence products adhere to ICD 203 and ICD 206.

Skills

CI analysis

All-source intel

Supply chain risk

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Intelligence Studies or related field

Job description

Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst Team Lead - (Threat Integration Branch) – TS/SCI

The Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst Lead bridges the gap between industrial security and the Intelligence Community. You lead the Threat Integration Branch team, ensuring that vetting decisions are informed by the latest threat intelligence regarding Foreign Intelligence Entities (FIE) and supply chain vulnerabilities. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.

Location:

Quantico, VA

Security Clearance:

Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Responsibilities:

• Threat Production: Manage the output of Threat Information Responses (TIRs) and supply chain threat assessments.
• IC Integration: Coordinate with the DCSA Threat Directorate and broader IC partners to validate threats against specific technologies or supply chains.
• Pattern Analysis: Identify campaigns by adversarial nations to acquire specific U.S. technologies through front companies or investment.
• Standards Adherence: Ensure all intelligence products adhere to ICD 203 (Analytic Standards) and ICD 206 (Sourcing).

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience 8+ years in Counterintelligence (CI) analysis, all-source intelligence, or supply chain risk management.
• Education Bachelor’s Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Security, or related field.
• Proven ability to apply IC tradecraft standards to business and vetting data.

About Xcelerate Solutions:

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate Solutions provides reasonable accommodation if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.

Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.