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Posted: February 27, 2026 (0 days ago)

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DIRECTOR, COUNTERINTELLEGENCE, HUMAN INTELLIGENCE & FOREIGN MATERIEL

Naval Intelligence Activity

Department of the Navy

Fresh

Location

Salary

$186,207 - $228,000

per year

Closes

March 12, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This role involves leading and advising on intelligence programs focused on human sources, countering enemy spies, and analyzing foreign equipment within the Navy's intelligence operations.

The director works closely with top military and government leaders to shape policies, allocate resources, and ensure these programs run smoothly across the armed forces.

Ideal candidates are seasoned intelligence experts who thrive in high-stakes coordination and are dedicated to national security and ethical governance.

Key Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of Department of the Navy (DoN) and Intelligence Community (IC) policies, programs, and authorities for Counterintelligence (CI) and Human Intelligence (HUMINT)
  • Experience planning and managing complex intelligence programs in CI, HUMINT, and Foreign Materiel (FM)
  • Expert ability to lead, coordinate, and build partnerships for intelligence activities impacting DoN, Department of War (DoW), and IC
  • Proven track record in policy development, mission oversight, and resource allocation for CI and HUMINT
  • Ability to assess intelligence gaps, capabilities, and needs, providing recommendations to senior leadership
  • Strong collaboration skills with entities like Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, and Geographic Combatant Commands
  • Resume limited to 2 pages demonstrating relevant experience, education, and accomplishments

Full Job Description

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).

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.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/27/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/27/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DE-12897663-26-SRP