Counterintelligence Analyst

Accenture Federal Services

Analyst supporting counterintelligence and insider threat mitigation at Accenture Federal Services. Conducting investigations and producing assessments for federal clients.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,300 - $184,900 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and execute an enhanced CI program in support of all AFS TS+ high-risk contracts (147), with initial concentration on specific Defense and Intel SAP related programs.
Collect, evaluate, and analyze information related to insider threat indicators, foreign intelligence risks, personnel behavior anomalies, and operational security concerns.
Produce clear, concise analytic assessments ranging from tactical incident-based reporting to strategic trend analysis, adhering to analytic tradecraft standards.
Conduct research and investigations using publicly available information (PAI), social media platforms, and structured data sources.
Monitor security, personnel, and operational data for indicators of elevated risk; prepare assessments or alerts as needed.
Collaborate with security operations, legal, HR, IT security, and federal project teams on risk assessment and mitigation efforts.
Maintain situational awareness of counterintelligence, insider threat, cybersecurity, and geopolitical developments affecting AFS operations.
Support incident response, crisis monitoring, and investigative tasks assigned by RMB and S&ID leadership.
Leverage professional networks, open-source tools, and government/industry partnerships to enhance threat awareness and analytic rigor.
Help pursue and develop the appropriate tools for collecting, tracking, aggregating and analyzing risk related information and data across all available sources.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in intelligence studies, national security, international affairs, cybersecurity, criminal justice, or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
3-5 years of experience in intelligence analysis, insider threat, security risk analysis, counterintelligence, or related fields.
Foundational training or experience in intelligence analysis, insider threat methodologies, or investigations.
Strong analytic and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify patterns, anomalies, and behavioral indicators across complex datasets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present complex or sensitive information clearly to non‑technical audiences.
Experience conducting PAI research, digital footprint analysis, or social media investigations.
Understanding of insider threat programs, security best practices, or counterintelligence fundamentals.
Familiarity with analytic tools, OSINT platforms, case management systems, and relevant professional organizations.
TS+ Clearance with SCI or SCI eligibility.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

intelligence analysisinsider threat analysissecurity risk analysiscounterintelligencedigital footprint analysissocial media investigationsanalytic assessmentdata analysispattern recognitionbehavioral indicators

Soft Skills

analytic thinkingcritical thinkingcommunication skillscollaborationsituational awarenessproblem-solvingreportingpresentation skillsattention to detailinterpersonal skills

Certifications

TS+ ClearanceSCI eligibility