Counterintelligence Officer

Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Counterintelligence Officer (CIO) for DOE Counterintelligence – Oak Ridge Field Office (ORFO). The incumbent will be a part of the Counterintelligence (CI) team responsible for managing and implementing the Cl Program that encompasses all contractor facilities at Oak Ridge, TN; Portsmouth, OH; and Paducah, KY.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Counsels and advises employees regarding compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and organizational policies.

• Conducts administrative investigations on incidents involving suspected or identified foreign intelligence activities.

• Develops and maintains professional relationships with United States Intelligence Community (USIC) partners.

• Interfaces on a recurring basis with Department of Energy (DOE) Headquarters Office of Intelligence/Counterintelligence (IN-20) and other members of the USIC including the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).

• Maintains collaborative relationships within the department including security, cyber, and key technical and management officials.

• Communicates effectively through direct interaction and written documentation.

• Analyzes and strategically evaluates foreign intelligence collection as it relates to counterintelligence to facilitate identification and mitigation of foreign threat actors.

• Prepares reports of investigation, case analysis, briefings, operations, and foreign intelligence threats to DOE.

• Briefs individuals at all levels within supported organizations on the foreign intelligence and terrorism threats relevant to foreign travel, foreign visits and general foreign interactions.

• Debriefs individuals with foreign interactions.

• Collects relevant intelligence information, opens inquiries and investigations, and resolves/exploits information as required.

• Researches, develops, and conducts CI security awareness briefings.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and a minimum of ten years of experience directly related to counterintelligence matters is required.
• Completed formal, USIC-recognized training and expertise in CI-related investigative technical skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in developing Cl initiatives and applying Cl concepts, practices, regulations, methods and techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the United States Intelligence Community agencies' mission including an extensive understanding of applicable laws, orders, guidelines, directives, policies and procedures.
• Capability to analyze and strategically evaluate foreign intelligence collection as it relates to counterintelligence.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, both internal and external, and with customers and sponsors at all levels.
• Experience briefing and debriefing individuals on the foreign intelligence and terrorism threat relevant to foreign travel, foreign visits and general foreign interactions.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of Federal Investigative Training Certification.
• Completion of CI Specialization Training.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals!

We are committed to creating an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

UT-Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.

UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.