Counterintelligence Officer (CIO)

PR03: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college, fields such as political science, national security or international relations are desirable and 5 years experience, a Master’s Degree and 3 years of experience, or a PhD and 2 years of experience.

PR04: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college, fields such as political science, national security or international relations are desirable and 8 years experience, a Master’s Degree and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience.

Preference given to candidates with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a CI officer or special agent conducting CI program activities to include sensitive inquiries or espionage investigations.

• A comprehensive understanding of applicable laws, orders, guidelines, directives, policies and procedures as related to all CI activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the USIC agencies’ missions and objectives.
• Advanced interviewing and elicitation skills as well as demonstrated evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Functional computer literacy and proficient in common computer applications and network applications.
• Experience in providing CI support to Technology Protection.
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a DOE security clearance at the Q/SCI levels. Individual is subject to a random CI scope polygraph examination.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Requirements:

• Expertise or advanced knowledge of foreign intelligence threats/methodologies targeting US Government, DOE, and Private Industry critical equities.
• Advanced skills in conducting counterintelligence due diligence activities toward assessing risk in personnel, technologies, and foreign influence strategies
• Current certifications in CI investigations & operations accredited training courses
• Language (speaking/reading) abilities in Russian, Chinese, Korean, or Farsi
• Recent training certification in the CHROME (IC reporting program) application

Job Information

• Salary Grade 210 ($93,492 - $154,212) / 220 ($107,520 - $177,336)
• Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information
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INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

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