Counterintelligence Specialist

The Ascendancy Group’s Mission

To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.

* This position is contingent upon the award of a contract*

The Ascendancy Group is seeking an experienced Counterintelligence (CI) professional to provide specialized support. The ideal candidate brings a strong law enforcement or intelligence community CI background and is adept at operating in dynamic, mission-focused environments. This role directly supports mission planning, operational execution, and the identification and mitigation of counterintelligence vulnerabilities across a spectrum of sensitive activities.

• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility and the willingness to submit to a CI Polygraph

• Conduct comprehensive Counterintelligence Vulnerability Assessments (CIVAs) in support of tactical sensitive activities.
• Provide mission planning and CI advisory support to operational teams and decision makers.
• Assist in the preparation, execution, and post-mission assessment of operations.
• Identify CI risks, threats, and indicators relevant to unit activities and provide actionable mitigation strategies.
• Develop and deliver CI guidance, awareness, and best‑practice recommendations to operational personnel.
• Coordinate with internal and external mission partners to ensure integrated intelligence and CI support.
• Produce clear, concise reporting and documentation to support ongoing and future operational requirements.

• Minimum 10yrs Prior U.S. Government agency Counterintelligence experience (LEA or IC).
• Demonstrated experience conducting CI investigations, operations, collections, or vulnerability assessments.
• Strong understanding of CI principles, threat awareness, and operational security.
• Experience supporting sensitive activities or operational units.
• Ability to operate independently in fast paced, ambiguous, and highly sensitive mission environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Previous support to SOF, specialized units, or sensitive activities programs.
• Experience integrating CI into mission planning and execution cycles.
• Familiarity with multi‑agency coordination and joint operational environments.
• Advanced CI or LE certifications.