
Counterintelligence Analyst
Bethesda, MDJob$116–210K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Leidos seeks a Counterintelligence Analyst to support ODNI counterintelligence, insider threat, and security programs, primarily through the internal CIS vetting process. The analyst researches, analyzes, and produces finished intelligence using classified and open-source information. The role also supports assessments of foreign intelligence activity, threats, vulnerabilities, and technology protection, and requires coordination with intelligence community partners.
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Description
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Counterintelligence Analyst in our Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area (ASBA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in Analysis Solutions Business Area!
JOB DESCRIPTION : We have an exciting opportunity for a Counterintelligence Analyst to support a client’s requirements in a challenging, dynamic setting located in the Washington Metropolitan Area. The Analyst will conduct research, analysis, and production of finished intelligence on a variety of different computer systems and databases to support ODNI's CI, Insider Threat and Security programs, primary support with be provided to the internal CIS vetting process.
Basic Requirements:
Primary Responsibilities: Tasks may include but are not limited to:
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Actively maintain knowledge of current trends, issues, policies, vulnerabilities of current evolving Technologies that create a potential CI, InTh, or Security concern; use this knowledge to regularly produce finished materials for ODNI workforce, based on a needs assessment by the corporate CIS staff
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Produce assessments on Foreign Intelligence Entities (FIE) operations, foreign denial and deception, information operations, counterespionage and economic/industrial espionage, technology protection and illicit technology transfer, investigations support, SCRM, support to research development and acquisition, and critical asset protection
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Produce assessments of current threats and trends based on high level collection, research, and analysis of classified and open-source information
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Inform the corporate CI staff of trends with potential CI and insider threat implications for the ODNI
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As directed, support and complete other as hoc responsibilities within the scope of Stormbreaker PWS in order to assist the CIS program office with meeting its mission, goals and obligations.
Basic Qualifications :
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Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
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Requires a BA degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience. Experience may be exchanged for degree requirements.
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Demonstrated experience with Counterintelligence inquiries.
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Demonstrated experience with research and analysis associated with CI inquiries and training
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Demonstrated experience in developing, analyzing, and evaluating FIS vulnerabilities
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Experience analyzing data, generating Finished Intelligence products, and conducting briefings to leadership
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Ability to draft briefs that clearly articulate required security program elements and are in accordance with Government policies and SOPs.
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Experience coordinating with multiple IC partners.
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Experience manipulating various classified and open-source databases.
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Minimum 10 years working with or in the IC.
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today.
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Original Posting:
November 12, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/) .
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
REQNUMBER: R-00196851
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
How this job compares
Set against the 891 open Intelligence Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$116–210K/yr
- Maryland median$92–176K/yr122 salary ranges
- US median$85–150K/yr708 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $163K, is 29% above the Maryland median midpoint ($127K) — in the top quarter of Intelligence Analyst salary ranges in Maryland.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 127 open Intelligence Analyst jobs in Maryland and 891 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Maryland
- Booz Allen Hamilton22 open
- CACI International17 open
- Peraton14 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Intelligence Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 765 postings).
- Education
- 248 of the 891 open Intelligence Analyst jobs (28%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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