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DIRECTOR, COUNTERINTELLEGENCE, HUMAN INTELLIGENCE & FOREIGN MATERIEL

Naval Intelligence Activity ยท Department of the Navy
๐Ÿ“ Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia IP-00 $186,207 - $228,000/yr
Posted: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Mar 12, 2026 (Closed days left)

About This Position

You will serve as the Department of the Navy's foremost subject matter expert for Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Counterintelligence (CI), and Foreign Materiel (FM) reporting directly to the Chief of Naval Intelligence (CNI).

Your primary mission is to provide expert advice, coordination, and advocacy for these critical programs across the Naval Intelligence Enterprise and the broader Intelligence Community (IC).

Qualifications

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, your resume must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: TQ 1.

Extensive knowledge of DoW and IC policies, programs, and authorities governing CI and HUMINT. TQ 2. Experience in planning and managing highly complex intelligence programs related to CI, HUMINT, and FM.

TQ 3. Expert ability to plan, lead, and coordinate complex activities with major implications for the DON, DoW, and IC, including a proven ability to build partnerships. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Major Duties

You will guide the development of full-spectrum CI, HUMINT, and FM capabilities to meet strategic intelligence requirements.

You will collaborate with the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, Department of War intelligence agencies, Geographic Combatant Commands, and the Office of the Undersecretary of War for Intelligence and Security.

You will identify intelligence gaps to prioritize CI, HUMINT, and FM investments. Advise senior Department of the Navy (DON) leadership on resource allocation and budget guidance.

You will serve as the DON's functional manager for CI and HUMINT, supporting the CNI with policy development and mission oversight to continuously improve performance and enhance integration between all components executing these activities.

You will assess DON CI/HUMINT plans, capabilities, and resource needs, making recommendations for action to the CNI and will coordinate and represent the DON's official position on these issues across the intelligence community.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume.

Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Additional documentation may be required in the interview/assessment process.

The Ad-hoc Executive Resources Board (AERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the approving authority.If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully.

Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Additional Information

This position is in the Defense Intelligence Senior Level (DISL) position. DISL positions may include some supervisory and related managerial duties, provided that these duties occupy less than 25 percent of the incumbent's time. DISL members are independent advisors or technical experts and do not involve fundamental research and development responsibilities. DISL positions are in the excepted service.

This position is not covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. All Defense Intelligence positions under the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) are in the excepted service by specific statute, 10 U.S.C. 1601.

This position is in the excepted service. Non-DCIPS applicants selected for a DCIPS position must acknowledge in writing, prior to actual appointment to the DCIPS position, that the position for which he or she has been selected is in the excepted service and covered by DCIPS. Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must also acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for a DCIPS position.

This acknowledgement is necessary as movement between the excepted service and competitive service may be limited if the employee does not possess competitive status. Joint Duty Assignments - Joint IC Duty certification is a prerequisite for appointment to senior executive, senior professional, and DCIPS positions classified above GG grade

  1. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

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How to Apply

Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1.

Complete resume with relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments.

Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume, but it is acceptable to provide elsewhere in your application package: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience.

2.

Complete assessment questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12897663 3. Supporting documentation Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Your complete application (resume, assessment questionnaire, and all supporting documents) must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 03/12/2026. Applications received after 03/12/2026 will generally result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received and processed will be reviewed.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://mydon.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process so please plan appropriately. You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.

Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacancy announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents are legible and accurate.

HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.

Required Documents

A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages showing all relevant experience, duties and accomplishments.

Applicants must include evidence of the TQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume and assessment questionnaire.

You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager. Cover letter is optional. CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. A Joint Duty Claim Form is required.

This position required Joint Duty credit.

You must submit one of the following: an approved Joint Duty claim form, or a completed Joint Duty claim request form with required documentation; or provide a supplemental statement providing evidence of joint duty credit (including dates, location and statement identifying specific Joint Duty Assignment. Failure to provide this information will eliminate you from consideration. Are you claiming membership in any professional organizations, or possession of a license, certificate or credentials?

Check the Conditions of Employment section above to see if any are required. If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package. Are you a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference or claiming sole survivorship preference?

You must submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service [Honorable, General, etc.] is acceptable) OR a VA letter that shows dates of service or service connected disability AND character of service. If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty service, submit a copy for each period of service. If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too.

If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor's website: Veterans' Preference Advisor Are you a disabled veteran or claiming 10-point veterans' preference? If you are eligible to claim 10 point veterans preference you must submit a DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty as described above for 5-point preference.

You must also provide the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. Are you an active duty service member? Active Duty Service Members are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command.

The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents contain personal information such as SSN and DOB and some documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you.

You may sanitize these documents to remove said personal information before you submit your application.

You must provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the DIRECTOR, COUNTERINTELLEGENCE, HUMAN INTELLIGENCE & FOREIGN MATERIEL position at Naval Intelligence Activity?
The salary range for this position is $186,207 - $228,000/yr. This is a IP-00 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the DIRECTOR, COUNTERINTELLEGENCE, HUMAN INTELLIGENCE & FOREIGN MATERIEL job located?
This position is located in Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification re...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Mar 12, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is required.
What does IP-00 mean?
IP-00 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.