Collection Operations Manager Senior
About the role
Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking an exceptionally qualified individual to serve as Collection Operations Manager in support of the U.S. Army Operations Group (AOG) at Ft. Meade, MD. The Collection Operations Manager shall review, edit, publish intelligence reports, and provide support to collectors focusing on collection operations against prioritized requirements.
This position is on-site at Ft. Meade, MD. A government contract requires U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency; documentation must be provided. An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required, and a CI polygraph may be required (candidates with active TS/SCI without polygraph may be selected). FLSA status: Exempt. No supervisory authority.
Responsibilities
- Integrate the results of source management information, targeting packages, and analytical products; manage the production of Intelligence Information Reports (IIRs) and focus collection efforts against prioritized Army requirements.
- Develop, implement, and assess HUMINT collection requirements and overall HUMINT collection strategies, synchronizing the prioritization of requirements.
- Research, assess, and provide recommendations to the operational staff for presentation to internal and external audiences.
- Perform research and analysis that include raw intelligence data from AOG HUMINT activities, HUMINT programs of record, and Collection Requirements Analysis Tools and other analytical databases.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance; may be required to obtain a CI Polygraph.
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least eight (8) years of experience within the Intelligence Community, including knowledge and experience with intelligence operations and its various disciplines, functions, processes, and documentation.
- Five (5) years of experience in HUMINT operations.
- Two (2) years of experience in HUMINT Collection Management.
- Knowledge of Army structure and defense-level intelligence operations: intelligence collection, fusion, analysis, production, and dissemination for intelligence databases and products.
- Knowledge of intelligence oversight and security guidelines pertaining to HUMINT reporting.
- Experience with all-source intelligence processes, data evaluation, and analysis.
- Knowledge of state-of-the-art intelligence analysis tools.
- Experience with intelligence automated systems, especially HUMINT systems.
- Excellent written communication, research, and analytic skills; excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing, presenting, and communicating complex topics using available multimedia software and applications.
- Experience in delivering global situational awareness in support of planning, synchronization, decision making, and execution of client missions.
- Experience in managing research and coordination for projects.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in instructing and interacting with small groups on data and information requirements and coordination tasks.
- Detailed knowledge of DIA, NSA, CIA, DEA, FBI, and Departments of Treasury and State programs and products.
- Specialized training from any intelligence collection and analysis school or certification.
Pay
Starting salary range: $130,000 – $135,000.
Benefits
- Up to 6% 401(k) company match
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
- Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Professional development, training, and certification support
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection
Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.
Work environment
Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.
Company information
Cherokee Strategic Edge, part of Cherokee Federal (the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses), modernizes aging systems, delivers care where it's needed most, and keeps missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. The company supports more than 60 federal clients and is a military-friendly employer; veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.