Counterintelligence Referent - Senior

Cherokee Federal; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 195,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

EAP

FSA/HSA

Professional development

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Federal in Dulles, VA is seeking a Senior Counterintelligence Referent to support gathering, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence products to detect and counter threats to national security. The role collaborates with the Intelligence Community and law enforcement, applying research and coordination with foreign partners to identify vulnerabilities and provide actionable intelligence.

Starting salary range is $195,000–$205,000, with a comprehensive benefits package designed to

Qualifications

• Analyze foreign adversaries' intelligence capabilities, cyber threats, and potential HUMINT operations.
• Familiarity with Insider Threat programs.
• Strong briefing, writing, and teamwork skills with minimal supervision.
• Regional and/or functional expertise in a specific geographic area.
• Familiarity with Organizational Design, Business Design, and Design Thinking.
• Thrives in commercial environments, maintaining professionalism.
• Leads strategic planning off-sites and workshops for up to 100 attendees.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain broad professional networks across the Intelligence Community and government.
• Ideal candidates are inquisitive, investigative and action-oriented with the ability to take initiative and deliver solutions.
• Apply advanced knowledge and expertise of operations and intelligence priorities when providing strategic guidance and operational case management
• Support program management throughout the customer, from traditional operational activities to specialized initiatives.
• Find solutions to complex operational problems, identifying new technical tools and capabilities to advance operations, and tapping the resources of the IC to ensure operational requirements are met.
• Provide objective reviews of on-going and potential operations and serve as the vital link between personnel in the field and the Intelligence Community.
• Provide all-source intelligence research, risk analysis, and report writing; operational concept development; stakeholder engagement; and preparation and presentation of reports to all levels of customer management.
• Provide independent, objective and discrete advice and council to senior leadership, project management, project team members and support staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Intelligence analysis

HUMINT operations

Briefing and writing

Geographic expertise

Insider threat familiarity

Organizational design

Business design

Design thinking

Workshop facilitation

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Code:SSE247

Location:Dulles, VA

Reports to:Program Manager

FLSA Status:Exempt

Prepared Date:10/2/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Position Summary:

Cherokee Preting is seeking a Counterintelligence Referent to support gathering, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence products to detect and counter potential threats to national security. They collaborate with intelligence agencies and law enforcement to investigate espionage, sabotage, and other activities that jeopardize the country's interests. Through research, analysis, and coordination with foreign partners, they identify patterns, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats, providing actionable intelligence and recommendations to protect against hostile intelligence activities and maintain national security.

Starting Salary Range for Counterintelligence Referent - Senior:$195,000 – $205,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Develop and maintain broad professional networks across the Intelligence Community and government.
• Ideal candidates are inquisitive, investigative and action-oriented with the ability to take initiative and deliver solutions.
• Apply advanced knowledge and expertise of operations and intelligence priorities when providing strategic guidance and operational case management
• Support program management throughout the customer, from traditional operational activities to specialized initiatives.
• Find solutions to complex operational problems, identifying new technical tools and capabilities to advance operations, and tapping the resources of the IC to ensure operational requirements are met.
• Provide objective reviews of on-going and potential operations and serve as the vital link between personnel in the field and the Intelligence Community.
• Provide all-source intelligence research, risk analysis, and report writing; operational concept development; stakeholder engagement; and preparation and presentation of reports to all levels of customer management.
• Provide independent, objective and discrete advice and council to senior leadership, project management, project team members and support staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Basic Qualifications:

• Analyze foreign adversaries' intelligence capabilities, cyber threats, and potential HUMINT operations.
• Familiarity with Insider Threat programs.
• Strong briefing, writing, and teamwork skills with minimal supervision.
• Regional and/or functional expertise in a specific geographic area.
• Familiarity with Organizational Design, Business Design, and Design Thinking.
• Thrives in commercial environments, maintaining professionalism.
• Expertly plans and facilitates commercial design and planning activities.
• Leads strategic planning off-sites and workshops for up to 100 attendees.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Over 20 years of relevant experience, preferably with the Client.

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Preting, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

In accordance with Virginia’s pay transparency requirements, the estimated annual salary range for this position is $195,000 – $205,000. Actual compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Identification 43938
• Job Category Security, Surveillance and Enforcement
• Posting Date 10/02/2026, 08:14 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Dulles, VA, United States (On-site)