Deputy Senior Operations Officer

Summary The National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) leads the nation's effort to protect the United States from terrorism by integrating, analyzing and sharing information to drive whole-of-government action and achieve our national CT objectives. Responsibilities Assist the Senior Operations Officer (SOO) in leading a professional staff in the NCTC Operations Center (NCTOC) that maintains 24/7 global terrorism situational awareness by independently researching and analyzing raw intelligence reporting and maintaining awareness of current threats. Oversee and coordinate professional staff in the monitoring, sorting, prioritization, and analysis of intelligence and operational message traffic in support of counterterrorism (CT) operations and terrorism crisis management. Lead the development of all-source Alerts, Advisories, and other sensitive CT situational awareness products, and ensure the information is made available to all appropriate CT community stakeholders. Ensure products are accurate and free from errors. Supervise community outreach and collaboration activities by directing internal and external information sharing, fostering collaborative relationships with interagency partners, and ensuring timely and relevant threat information is provided to the CT community. In conjunction with the SOO, review NCTOC business practices and identify areas for improvement. Coordinate with other NCTOC divisions to support overall mission objectives. Serves as a mentor for new Watch Officers, providing them with operations guidance as needed. Manage the team's professional development program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a current permanent ODNI employee. OR Must be a current permanent Federal employee Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. No Temporary Promotion Opportunity The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors. Qualifications Thorough knowledge of intelligence analysis and production. Ability to maintain and develop effective working relationships with counterparts and senior staff in the IC for the purpose of sharing information. Detailed knowledge of the ODNI and larger IC mission, operations, tradecraft, capabilities, and requirements. Ability to make assessments of time-sensitive issues, adjust priorities, and change focus quickly as demands change. Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment, coupled with established and effective interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work rotating shifts of 12.5 hours in a fast-paced demanding environment. Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey complex information to all levels of management. Interpersonal and organization skills, including ability to manage competing priorities under strict guidelines while maintaining superior customer service. 3-5 years of supervisory experience; watch and warning and/or counterterrorism experience. Education Bachelor's degree. Additional Information Job Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C. area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. Salary Determination: A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at their current grade and salary. Other Information REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Office Representative by classified email at DNIDiversityWMA@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNIDRA@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-275-3900 or by FAX at 703-275-1217. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.