Counterintelligence Referent

About the role

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Counterintelligence Referent 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!

About the role

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.

Primary Responsibilities

Tasks may include but are not limited to

• 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
• 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
• Produce assessments of current threats and trends based on high level collection, research, and analysis of classified and open-source information
• Inform the corporate CI staff of trends with potential CI and insider threat implications for the ODNI
• 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

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
• 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.
• Demonstrated experience with Counterintelligence inquiries.
• Demonstrated experience with research and analysis associated with CI inquiries and training
• Demonstrated experience in developing, analyzing, and evaluating FIS vulnerabilities
• Experience analyzing data, generating Finished Intelligence products, and conducting briefings to leadership
• Ability to draft briefs that clearly articulate required security program elements and are in accordance with Government policies and SOPs.
• Experience coordinating with multiple IC partners.
• Experience manipulating various classified and open-source databases.
• Minimum 10 years working with or in the IC.

Additional information

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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.