JCITA Secops SME

SECOPS SME

The SECOPS SME is responsible for executing activities that conceal true identities and manage the use of alternative or false information in order to support authorized activities and lawful missions. This position plays a critical role in enabling operational security by ensuring that cover mechanisms are effectively implemented and maintained to protect personnel, operations, and mission objectives.

The SECOPS SME gathers and analyzes information necessary to develop and sustain cover support activities. These efforts may include the creation, coordination, and management of documentation, records, or other materials required to maintain operational cover in support of authorized missions. The Cover Support Officer ensures that cover mechanisms are aligned with mission requirements and comply with applicable policies and procedures.

The SECOPS SME also evaluates available information to determine the effectiveness and responsiveness of cover support operations. This includes assessing whether existing cover arrangements adequately support operational requirements and recommending adjustments or enhancements when necessary to maintain operational integrity.

Required Qualifications:

The role requires frequent coordination and interaction with personnel across the DIA, other U.S. Government (USG) organizations, and external entities to execute cover support activities. The Cover Support Officer must maintain strong communication and coordination skills to ensure activities are conducted efficiently, securely, and in accordance with mission objectives.

The position requires combines operational awareness, analytical capability, and coordination skills to ensure cover support activities effectively enable authorized intelligence operations and safeguard mission success.

Required TS/SCI with ability to obtain CI Poly.

Required Experience:

Must have 10 years demonstrated experience, with at least a portion within the last two years.

Must be a graduate of an accredited CI Special Agent credentialing school and an accredited industry or military master instructor training program.