Staff Operations Officer SME

***This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance w/Counterintelligence or Lifestyle polygraph or be willing to take a polygraph exam***Cherokee Preting is seeking a highly skilled Staff Operations Officer SME (SOO) with expertise in intelligence operations to join our dynamic team. As a primary liaison between the customer's Headquarters Staff and operational units, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and advising on Human Intelligence (HUMINT) operations.Compensation & BenefitsPay commensurate with experience.Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.Staff Operations Officer SME Responsibilities IncludeSupport home station and deployed operational elements by providing operational research, analysis, and advice in furtherance of the customer’s objective to acquire intelligenceUtilize customer-specific databases to conduct research and to write summaries, reports, official correspondence, and guidance Provide thorough and knowledgeable briefings to the customerAssist with the implementation of Intelligence Community directives and procedures legally required to facilitate operational requirementsDraft comprehensive written reports for direction and guidance of current/future operationsProvide substantive feedback and evaluation of HUMINT operations, and ensure operations are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies and in compliance with Intelligence Oversight requirementsDevelop and/or contributes to the development of Operations Orders and Concepts of Operations, ICD-304 operational and coordination cables, and other official communicationsCoordinate with analysts to ensure the provision of intelligence support packets, production reviews, targeting packets, counterintelligence reviews to support Senior or Annual Review Panels, and support asset validationAssist the customer in the maintenance of required Asset Management files using appropriate classified systems to ensure complete source dossiers are maintained in accordance with regulationsCollaborate with reports officers and intelligence analysts to improve collection efforts and achieve operational benchmarks set by the customerSupports pre-mission training events for force provides; and plans, manages, and executes Staff Mission BriefsPerforms other job-related duties as assignedStaff Operations Officer SME Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities RequestedCurrent TS/SCI with a Counter-Intelligence Scope or Lifestyle polygraph or be willing to take a polygraph examBachelor’s Degree required. Education requirement can be substituted by an additional Must be a certified HUMINT collector and have graduated from a recognized certification courseMust have completed at least two (2) operational assignments as a HUMINT core collectorMust have completed at least one (1) staff assignment (minimum of two (2) years) Minimum of three (3) years of experience planning and conducting controlled Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing headquarters-based In-depth understanding of advanced HUMINT operational techniques, HUMINT authorities, collection processes, the HUMINT operational cycle, Intelligence Oversight, and the Intelligence CycleWorking knowledge in the areas of national-level Special Operations Forces and Special Operations intelligence functions and capabilities, or national-level Intelligence Community functions and capabilitiesExpertise utilizing classified Intelligence Community-approved cable Minimum of six (6) years of experience in researching, building, staffing, and presenting information briefs and decision briefs to audiences at the rank equivalent of O-5/GS-14 and above. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as to establish and maintain a strong customer-focused working relationshipProficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and must have a working knowledge with Microsoft Project and Microsoft SharePoint. Proficiency with standard commercial software applications (e.g., web browsers, Windows) is also expectedValid US passport requiredMust be able to pass all pre-deployment requirements including a medical, dental, Must be able to obtain all required immunizations deemed necessary by the contractMust pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee FederalCompany InformationCherokee Preting provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. Cherokee Preting is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.#CherokeeFederal #IntelCareersDesk OfficerCase OfficerHUMINT Collection ManagerStaff OfficerStrategic PlannerIntelligenceHUMINTCollectionAnalysisSpecial OperationsLegal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.