Division Chief, Counterterrorism Analysis

US Office of the Director of National Intelligence; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) seeks a senior analyst to plan and manage high-quality analyses, studies, and briefings on U.S. national security objectives. The role focuses on translating IC needs into actionable outputs and coordinating across ODNI and IC stakeholders.

The ideal candidate demonstrates extensive knowledge of IC policy, analytic tradecraft, and the ability to mentor junior staff while leading complex projects in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage high-quality analyses, studies, projects and briefings.
• Ability to translate customer requirements into output to meet needs.
• Strong analytic tradecraft and information-sharing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of analyses, studies, projects, and briefings on national security objectives.
• Translate customer requirements into outputs to meet needs across IC consumers and policymakers.
• Oversee information sharing programs and promote information sharing across ODNI and IC.
• Mentor junior colleagues and support professional development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Project leadership

Team mentorship

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in subject matter area or closely related discipline

Job description

National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) seeks a senior analyst to plan and manage high-quality analyses, studies, and briefings on U.S. national security objectives. The role focuses on translating IC needs into actionable outputs and coordinating across ODNI and IC stakeholders.

The ideal candidate demonstrates extensive knowledge of IC policy, analytic tradecraft, and the ability to mentor junior staff while leading complex projects in a collaborative team environment.