Senior HUMINT Collection Manager

Celestar Corp; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestar seeks a Senior HUMINT Collection Manager to lead high-impact intelligence operations in Washington, DC. You will work with collection managers, analysts, and consumers to ensure focused HUMINT activities and effective use of data and resources.

The role emphasizes extensive HUMINT experience, proficiency with automated systems, and collaboration across agencies. A strong background in intelligence oversight and communication is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred with 12+ years HUMINT Collection Manager experience or 17 years total with a Bachelor’s.
• Expertise in HUMINT automated systems and latest intelligence analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of intelligence oversight and security guidelines for HUMINT reporting.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting complex ideas via multimedia tools.
• Experience managing research and coordination projects; leading data analysis groups is a plus.
• Knowledge of programs/products from DIA, NSA, CIA, DEA, FBI, DOT, DOS is advantageous.
• Graduate from in-residence HUMINT Collection course (DSDC or military equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with collection managers, analysts, and consumers to focus HUMINT operations.
• Utilize advanced collection systems to stay ahead of developments.
• Collaborate with IC to tailor operations to customer needs.
• Work with all-source analysts to evaluate and refine collection plans.
• Handle large datasets and create visualizations/models of findings.
• Develop ways to measure success and ensure collection requirements.
• Provide feedback on trends and gaps to refine strategies.
• Lead training programs on HUMINT and technical intelligence under DoD authority.

Skills

HUMINT expertise

HUMINT automated systems

Communication skills

Data analysis & visualization

Education

Master’s degree preferred

Bachelor’s degree + 17 years experience

Tools

Intelligence analysis tools

Job description

Title: Senior HUMINT Collection Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Clearance: TS/SCI w/ CI Polygraph

Salary: $145,000

Are you ready to take your HUMINT expertise to the next level?
Celestar, a B&A company, is seeking an experienced Senior HUMINT Collection Manager to lead high-impact intelligence operations right in the heart of Washington, DC. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive on collaboration, data, and strategic thinking, this could be your perfect fit!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Partnering with collection managers, analysts, and consumers to ensure our HUMINT operations are laser-focused and making the most of our time and resources.
• Using cutting-edge collection systems to keep our team ahead of the game and informed of the latest intelligence developments.
• Working across the intelligence community (IC) to bridge gaps and tailor our operations to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
• Collaborating with all-source analysts and collectors to evaluate and fine-tune collection plans, ensuring they’re both efficient and effective.
• Handling large datasets, ensuring consistency, and creating visualizations and models that bring our findings to life.
• Developing innovative ways to measure our success and ensure collection requirements are met, all while continuously improving our approach.
• Providing critical feedback, spotting trends and gaps, and helping refine our collection strategies to stay ahead of the curve.
• Leading training programs that keep our team on the cutting edge of HUMINT and technical intelligence operations under DoD authorities.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Master’s degree is preferred, along with 12+ years of experience as a HUMINT Collection Manager or equivalent or Bachelor's degree plus an additional five years of experience totaling 17 years of experience.
• Expertise in HUMINT automated systems and the latest intelligence analysis tools.
• A deep understanding of intelligence oversight and security guidelines related to HUMINT reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and effectively using multimedia tools.
• Experience managing research and coordination projects; bonus points if you’ve led small groups in data analysis and coordination tasks.
• Detailed knowledge of key programs and products from agencies like DIA, NSA, CIA, DEA, FBI, DOT, and DOS is a major plus!
• A graduate of an in-residence HUMINT Collection course (DSDC or military equivalent) is preferred, along with specialized training in intelligence collection and analysis.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Frequently operate standard office equipment, including computers and telephones.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and email.
• Occasionally move about the office and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule with regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required.

Benefits and Programs:

Celestar, a B&A company, is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full-time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A-sponsored training and certifications, pet insurance, commuter transit benefits, and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check-ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross-training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly team-building events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At Celestar, a B&A company, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A emphasizes charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a recipient of the Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for the Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

Celestar, a B&A Company, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites), and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and all work-related activities.

Celestar, a B&A Company, is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable law. If you need accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].

Celestar, a B&A Company, participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. E- Verify is used after an individual accepts an offer of employment and completes Form I-9; it is not used to prescreen applicants. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.

Celestar, a B&A Company, maintains a drug-free workplace. Where applicable to the position and permitted by law, employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug screening conducted in accordance with company policy and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.