MID CI Instructor - Investigations

DarkStar Intelligence LLC; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

401(k) retirement plan options

Professional development and training

Job summary

DarkStar Intelligence LLC is seeking an experienced CI training professional to lead investigations-focused instruction at JCITA. The role encompasses classroom teaching, practical exercises, and developing CI plans using diverse investigative tools.

The candidate should have 5+ years in CI investigations, be graduates of accredited CI credentialing programs, and hold a BA/BS or MA/MS. Expect on-site work in Virginia with security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience conducting, supervising, instructing, supporting and/or providing legal oversight of full-scope CI investigations.
• Experience as a CI investigator with the full investigative cycle.

Responsibilities

• Instruct CI investigations and practical exercises in a classroom setting.
• Devise plans leveraging CI functions, missions and investigative tools.
• Provide after-hours/on-weekend support as part of training operations.

Skills

CI investigations

Instructing

Supervising

Legal oversight

Full investigative cycle

Education

Accredited Counterintelligence credentialing school

BA/BS or MA/MS

Job description

Description

JCITA provides a full spectrum of joint and advanced counterintelligencetraining, which includes CI operations, collections, investigations, functional services, andanalysis. JCITA is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE) and adheres to COE standards. JCITA offers in-residence courses, mobile training teams, and distance/distributed learning opportunities; courses include rigorous student assessments to meet strict instructional design standards.
Description:

• The course provides a national capability for CI Agents to independently conduct Counterintelligence investigations to determine whether a particular person is acting for or on behalf of, or an event is related to, a Foreign Intelligence Entity, as well as determine actions to identify the appropriate resolution.
• The CI Agent can devise plans that leverage all CI functions, missions, and CI investigative tools and defend their utilization.
• This course consists of classroom instruction and practical exercises that frequently exceed 8-hour days. This course requires work after hours and on weekends.

Requirements

Required experience:

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience conducting, supervising, instructing, supporting and/or providing legal oversight of full-scope CI Investigations.
• Served as a CI investigator with experience conducting the full investigative cycle.

Required education:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited Counterintelligence Special Agent credentialing school, must be a graduate of JCITA NSIC, ACIIC and/or the AFCITC, or an IC school equivalent.
• BA/BS or MA/MS degree.

Security Clearance:

• Active TS security clearance and be eligible for SCI clearance with a poly or the ability to take one.

Who We Are: DarkStar Intelligence delivers mission-critical support to national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support domains. We partner with government customers to strengthen decision advantage, enhance operational readiness, and advance mission success in complex and evolving threat environments.

Why Work at DarkStar? At DarkStar Intelligence, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact national security missions while growing your professional capabilities in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous development within a mission-focused team culture.

ADA Accommodations Statement: DarkStar Intelligence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: DarkStar Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify Participation: DarkStar Intelligence participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits Overview: DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Professional development and training opportunities