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SME Tradecraft Instructor

DarkStar Intelligence LLC
Posted a month ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Virginia Beach, VA, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off

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  • DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a candidate to support the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) in counterterrorism intelligence integration.
  • The role involves delivering tradecraft training, facilitating courses, and ensuring content aligns with intelligence community standards, requiring a TS/SCI CI poly clearance.
  • Candidates should have significant experience in tradecraft areas such as identity intelligence and all-source analysis, with a focus on developing analyst proficiency.
  • The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, though specific salary details are not provided, and candidates should have a recognized leadership background in the field.
  • This opportunity allows professionals to contribute to national security missions while fostering their development in a collaborative environment.

Description

DarkStar Intelligence is looking to support ODNI. The ODNI and the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) are the lead integrators and voices that unify counterterrorism (CT) intelligence for the homeland and abroad. ODNI and NCTC lead and integrate the national CT effort by fusing foreign and domestic CT information, providing terrorism analysis, sharing information with partners across the CT enterprise, and driving whole-of-government action to secure our national CT objectives. 


Note: This position is contingent upon contract award


Responsibilities

  • Delivers tradecraft training to NCTC/DII personnel, building advanced analytic and operational skills in CT-specific tradecraft areas including identity intelligence, targeting, and all-source analysis.
  • Facilitates tradecraft courses that develop analyst proficiency in source evaluation, analytic line development, collection management, and CT-specific methodologies.
  • Coordinates with the Tradecraft Curriculum Manager to ensure training content is current, accurate, and aligned with IC analytic standards and NCTC tradecraft requirements.
  • Incorporates real-world CT case studies and mission scenarios into tradecraft instruction to enhance practical skill development.
  • Collects and analyzes learner feedback, providing recommendations to the Tradecraft Curriculum Manager for curriculum improvements.
  • Coordinates with SMEs across NCTC mission divisions to ensure tradecraft content reflects current operational requirements and best practices.
  • Supports the Tradecraft Reviewer in aligning tradecraft training with craft evaluation findings and improvement recommendations.

Requirements

  • TS/SCI CI poly clearance 
  • Recognized industry leader.
  • Provides technical/management leadership on major tasks; establishes goals and plans; has domain and expert technical knowledge. 
  • Directs and controls activities with overall responsibility for financial management, methods, and staffing. 

Who We Are

DarkStar Intelligence delivers mission-critical support to national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support domains. We partner with government customers to strengthen decision advantage, enhance operational readiness, and advance mission success in complex and evolving threat environments.


Why Work at DarkStar?

At DarkStar Intelligence, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact national security missions while growing your professional capabilities in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous development within a mission-focused team culture.


ADA Accommodations Statement

DarkStar Intelligence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DarkStar Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.


E-Verify Participation

DarkStar Intelligence participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees in accordance with applicable law.


Benefits Overview

DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Professional development and training opportunities



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