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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and dedicated Counterintelligence Officer to join our national security team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating threats posed by foreign intelligence entities, insider threats, and other adversarial actors. This role requires a deep understanding of intelligence operations, investigative techniques, and security protocols.
As a Counterintelligence Officer, you will work closely with other intelligence and law enforcement agencies to gather and analyze information, conduct investigations, and develop strategies to protect sensitive information and operations. You will be expected to operate with the utmost discretion and integrity, often handling classified and sensitive materials.
Your primary duties will include conducting counterintelligence investigations, performing threat assessments, and implementing security measures to prevent espionage and unauthorized disclosures. You will also be responsible for briefing senior leadership on potential threats and providing recommendations for mitigating risks.
This position demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to think critically under pressure. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and be capable of working independently as well as part of a team. A background in intelligence, law enforcement, or military operations is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a thorough background check and obtain a security clearance. This is a challenging and rewarding role that plays a critical part in safeguarding national interests and ensuring the integrity of government operations.
Responsibilities
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- Identify and assess threats from foreign intelligence services
- Develop and implement security protocols to protect sensitive information
- Collaborate with other intelligence and law enforcement agencies
- Prepare detailed reports and threat assessments
- Brief senior officials on counterintelligence matters
- Monitor and analyze intelligence data and trends
- Provide training and guidance on counterintelligence practices
- Support insider threat detection and mitigation efforts
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Requirements
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- Minimum of 3 years experience in intelligence or law enforcement
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- Familiarity with counterintelligence tools and methodologies
- Knowledge of national security policies and procedures
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- High level of integrity and discretion
- Experience with classified information handling
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience in counterintelligence or a related field?
- Are you eligible for a security clearance?
- Can you describe a time you identified a potential security threat?
- What investigative techniques are you most familiar with?
- How do you handle sensitive or classified information?
- Have you worked with other intelligence or law enforcement agencies?
- What tools or systems have you used for threat analysis?
- How do you stay current with national security developments?
- Describe a challenging case you worked on and how you resolved it.
- What steps do you take to ensure operational security?
