Counterintelligence Analyst 2/3
- Req. Number: IRC142823
- Organization : OCI-CTA/Counterintelligence Activities & Threat Awareness
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Daniel, Sumpter Tyler (Tyler)
- Recruiter Email: sdaniel@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Counterintelligence Analyst 2/3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
As a member of the LANL Office of Counterintelligence (OCI), the Counterintelligence Analyst 2/3 (CI Analyst 2/3) conducts counterintelligence analysis to assess threats to national security and LANL programs and personnel posed by covert or overt activities of foreign entities or international terrorists. The CI Analyst 2/3 also provides support to the full range of OCI activities, including vetting, analytic briefings, CI awareness activities, and investigations . Local analytical efforts will support national counterintelligence goals and objectives as directed by the LANL CI Director in collaboration with the DOE Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence.
The CI Analyst 2/3 applies CI knowledge and analytic tradecraft to draft briefing and CI awareness materials, and to vet foreign national visitors to LANL and other foreign engagements of the laboratory. The CI Analyst 2/3 has experience contributing to analytic programs that encompass a range of functional areas and state-of-the-art technologies, including analytical tools, providing support to operations, and contributing to security measures in support of national objectives. The CI Analyst 2/3 has experience and basic expertise in one or more of the following: Intelligence or counterintelligence.
As an educated, experienced professional with an understanding of global issues and intelligence and counterintelligence, the CI Analyst 2/3 identifies existing and emerging CI threats and develops creative approaches to mitigation strategies within their assigned practice area. The analyst provides solutions to basic CI and counter terrorist problems involving multiple variables, varying degrees of information quality and reliability, and interconnected relationships. The CI Analyst 2/3 can generate confidence levels independently, in accordance with the DOE CI Program, of which the LANL CI office is a part, which requires analysts to convey analytic confidence in some manner in final analytic products. The CI Analyst 2/3 demonstrates good judgment toward determining appropriate approaches to solving problems, plans work schedules and arranges activities to accomplish objectives. The CI Analyst 2/3 generally works with limited direction; although they will receive general guidance on new assignments. Work may be evaluated by peers and management upon completion to ensure objectives have been met. The CI Analyst 2/3 is encouraged to self-initiate projects consistent with CI programmatic requirements and seek opportunities for growth and advancement as a CI analyst.
Counterintelligence Analyst 2 $87,800 - $143,000
Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
In addition to often being a subject matter expert (SME) in a field of interest such as intelligence or counterintelligence, the CI Analyst also frequently works with other SMEs across the Laboratory to provide support for various national CI programs.
Counterintelligence Analyst 3 $106,400 - $176,000
In addition to what was outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience at Counterintelligence Analyst 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 5 years experience; or, a combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at Counterintelligence Analyst 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be desirable.
Desired Qualifications:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
This position will be filled at either the Counterintelligence Analyst 2/3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
As a member of the LANL Office of Counterintelligence (OCI), the Counterintelligence Analyst 2/3 (CI Analyst 2/3) conducts counterintelligence analysis to assess threats to national security and LANL programs and personnel posed by covert or overt activities of foreign entities or international terrorists. The CI Analyst 2/3 also provides support to the full range of OCI activities, including vetting, analytic briefings, CI awareness activities, and investigations . Local analytical efforts will support national counterintelligence goals and objectives as directed by the LANL CI Director in collaboration with the DOE Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence.
The CI Analyst 2/3 applies CI knowledge and analytic tradecraft to draft briefing and CI awareness materials, and to vet foreign national visitors to LANL and other foreign engagements of the laboratory. The CI Analyst 2/3 has experience contributing to analytic programs that encompass a range of functional areas and state-of-the-art technologies, including analytical tools, providing support to operations, and contributing to security measures in support of national objectives. The CI Analyst 2/3 has experience and basic expertise in one or more of the following: Intelligence or counterintelligence.
As an educated, experienced professional with an understanding of global issues and intelligence and counterintelligence, the CI Analyst 2/3 identifies existing and emerging CI threats and develops creative approaches to mitigation strategies within their assigned practice area. The analyst provides solutions to basic CI and counter terrorist problems involving multiple variables, varying degrees of information quality and reliability, and interconnected relationships. The CI Analyst 2/3 can generate confidence levels independently, in accordance with the DOE CI Program, of which the LANL CI office is a part, which requires analysts to convey analytic confidence in some manner in final analytic products. The CI Analyst 2/3 demonstrates good judgment toward determining appropriate approaches to solving problems, plans work schedules and arranges activities to accomplish objectives. The CI Analyst 2/3 generally works with limited direction; although they will receive general guidance on new assignments. Work may be evaluated by peers and management upon completion to ensure objectives have been met. The CI Analyst 2/3 is encouraged to self-initiate projects consistent with CI programmatic requirements and seek opportunities for growth and advancement as a CI analyst.
Counterintelligence Analyst 2 $87,800 - $143,000
Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
In addition to often being a subject matter expert (SME) in a field of interest such as intelligence or counterintelligence, the CI Analyst also frequently works with other SMEs across the Laboratory to provide support for various national CI programs.
- Supports the senior counterintelligence officer in the appropriate dissemination and briefing of analytical products or information within the Laboratory.
- Performs CI analysis using IC analytic tradecraft standards. Shares knowledge and expertise with colleagues in OCI.
- Personally participates in briefing analytical information.Serves as a LANL CI point of contact with U.S. Department of Energy Headquarters Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence (DOE-IN/CN), other field analysts at LANL and other government laboratories, and counterparts in Laboratory security and counterintelligence components.
- Conducts counterintelligence analysis with a performance-oriented, risk-based model, encompassing continuing threat, gap and consequence assessment.
- Serves as a point of contact with the local field intelligence element for the reporting and analysis of controlled and emerging technologies and their potential applications in fields of interest.
- Understands and adheres to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance specific to foreign visit and activities laws and regulations. Ensures all results, processes, and final products meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.
- Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment of all types.
Counterintelligence Analyst 3 $106,400 - $176,000
In addition to what was outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
- Demonstrated familiarity with the foreign intelligence, foreign counterintelligence and terrorist threat spectrum. Some knowledge of technologies directly or indirectly related to nuclear weapons, other weapons of mass destruction, and terrorist threats.
- Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. intelligence and counterintelligence communities, preferably by having worked within those communities at a national level.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of counterintelligence and intelligence research and analytical methodologies and approaches. Basic knowledge of national level CI strategies and issues.
- Demonstrated experience with the principles, practices, and methodology in the collection, analysis, evaluation, interpretation and dissemination of intelligence information concerning national security.
- Demonstrated ability to distinguish between intelligence analysis and intelligence reports writing; knowledge of the proper use of classified computing systems.
- Demonstrated experience in properly handling, protecting and controlling classified material and knowledge of Laboratory classified material policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of global political, economic, social, cultural, scientific, fiscal, and military conditions to evaluate information in light of the current international environment.
- Experience in conducting analytical projects and providing analytical services. Demonstrated analytic writing and briefing skills that meet IC analytic standards.
- Demonstrated ability to thoroughly analyze and evaluate investigative information and cogently summarize into written reports.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills at all levels, both orally and in writing. Foreign language skills a plus.
Education/Experience at Counterintelligence Analyst 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 5 years experience; or, a combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at Counterintelligence Analyst 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be desirable.
Desired Qualifications:
- DOE Q Clearance
- SCI
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
