Joint Staff Intelligence Team Lead -Senior

Peraton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Intelligence Team Lead in Washington, DC. The role involves managing day-to-day contract operations, overseeing both employees and subcontractors, and ensuring high-quality performance while collaborating with senior customer stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in all-source intelligence analysis, significant leadership experience, and familiarity with AI and Machine Learning tools. The target salary range is $176,000 - $282,000, dependent on various factors.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• 16 years experience in intelligence analysis, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Ability to communicate complex AI/ML findings to senior officials.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day contract operations and staff.
• Oversee technical performance and reporting.
• Develop staffing plans and recruit personnel.

Skills

All-source intelligence analysis

Team leadership

AI and Machine Learning integration

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Large Language Model platforms

AI tools

Job description

Responsibilities

The Senior Intelligence Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day management of the contract, including staffing, financial oversight, and technical and programmatic reporting. This role oversees both employees and subcontractors and requires proficiency in managing LOE, completion, and cost reimbursable contract types. The Team Lead provides technical and administrative direction, ensures high-quality performance, and mentors team members.

The Team Lead will collaborate closely with the COTR and senior customer stakeholders to maintain technical, cost, and schedule baselines, develop deliverables, define requirements, and set expectations.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Ensuring successful technical, schedule, and cost performance in accordance with contract requirements and company policies
• Developing staffing plans, including skill mix and labor allocation
• Recruiting, interviewing, and hiring personnel as needed
• Assigning work, providing technical guidance, and reviewing deliverables
• Monitoring contracts, sub-contracts, and funding; preparing financial forecasts
• Preparing required reports at contract, project, and financial levels
• Coordinating onboarding activities, including security processing and administrative setup

*****This position is contingent upon contract award****

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• 16 years of experience in all-source intelligence analysis, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity
• 10 years of experience at the joint, interagency, or combatant command level, with demonstrated experience supporting the Joint Staff (JS)
• 3 years' experience leading and supervising teams of intelligence analysts, including assigning workloads, reviewing finished intelligence products for analytic rigor, and providing mentorship and performance evaluations
• Familiarity with Joint Staff processes, procedures, and organizational structure
• Expert-level experience with ICD 203/206 (Analytic Standards)
• Demonstrated experience integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) tools and methodologies into all-source intelligence analysis workflows
• Hands-on experience with Large Language Model (LLM) platforms (e.g., GPT-based tools, classified AI environments)
• Working knowledge of defense intelligence analysis product lines and standards, and customer requirements across the Combatant Command (CCMD) and National Intelligence Community (IC) enterprise
• Expert knowledge of customer processes, programs, and policies across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise, including familiarity with OUSD(I&S), CCMD J2 requirements, and IC analytic community standards
• Proven ability to communicate complex AI/ML-enabled analytic findings to senior and executive-level government officials through clear, logical, and concise written products and oral briefings
• Superior organizational and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to interface effectively across all levels of government, including SES, Flag Officer, and Senior Executive stakeholders, via written and oral forums
• Ability to research and evaluate emerging AI/ML technologies for integration into intelligence workflows, including participation in pilot programs, capability assessments, and analytic modernization initiatives

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Intelligence Studies, Data Science, Computer Science, Political Science, or equivalent)

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.