Senior Intelligence Team Lead – CMG

Celestar-Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays

Personal time off

Job summary

Celestar Corporation seeks a Senior Intelligence Team Lead for the China Mission Group (CMG) to manage contractor personnel and deliver senior-level all-source intelligence analysis for the PRC. The role requires coordination across intelligence disciplines and independent handling of complex tasks.

The ideal candidate will lead technical efforts, align with the Task Order PM, and oversee performance within the CMG. Active TS/SCI with Poly is required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 17+ years.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly (adjudicated within last 5 years).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the management and technical lead for contractor personnel supporting the China Mission Group (CMG).
• Provide senior-level expertise supporting comprehensive all-source intelligence analysis on the PRC, intelligence integration, and analytic-enabling support across intelligence disciplines.
• Complete complicated or complex tasks independently within the assigned IIC/Office mission area.
• Lead or direct the work of contractor personnel assigned to the IIC/Office.
• Coordinate with the overall Task Order Program Manager on technical efforts and task order performance.

Skills

All-source intelligence analysis

Leadership of contractor personnel

Intelligence integration

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking a Senior Intelligence Team Lead - CMG to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). If interested and you meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

ANTICIPATED AWARD: February/March 2027

ANTICIPATED START: March 18, 2027

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1 Base Year + 4 Option Years

LOCATION: National Capital Region (NCR). Primary sites include JBAB, Washington, DC; Quantico and Reston, VA; and Rivanna Station, Charlottesville, VA.

Salary Range: $130,000-$200,000 annually

Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, security clearance, and contract funding. This position is contingent upon contract award.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active TS/SCI with Poly (adjudicated within the last 5 years)

About Us

Celestar, a B&A Company, offers highly competitive salaries and benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes company-paid employee and family dental insurance, employee health insurance, life insurance, and disability coverage. Additionally, we provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching, paid holidays, and personal time off.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the management and technical lead for contractor personnel supporting the China Mission Group (CMG).
• Provide senior-level expertise supporting comprehensive all-source intelligence analysis on the People's Republic of China, intelligence integration, and analytic-enabling support across intelligence disciplines and functional areas.
• Complete complicated or complex tasks independently within the assigned IIC/Office mission area.
• Lead or direct the work of contractor personnel assigned to the IIC/Office.
• Coordinate with the overall Task Order Program Manager on technical efforts and task order performance.

Required Education/Experience

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 17 years of relevant experience.

The Government may, at its sole discretion, accept relevant experience performing substantially similar duties in lieu of the minimum educational degree requirement.

Come on board with a company that Values its Employees!

Celestar Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Celestar Corporation prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same-sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; marital status; service member/protected veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.