Army MOS · Intelligence
351L Counter-Intelligence Technician
Overview
A Counter-Intelligence Technician investigates personnel for suitability for sensitive duties, conducts interrogations and debriefings, and prepares intelligence and investigative reports. The technician analyzes counterintelligence data, collects evidence, coordinates with law enforcement and investigative agencies, and conducts security investigations, surveys, and vulnerability studies.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- counterintelligence investigations
- interviewing, interrogation, and debriefing
- all-source and CI data analysis
- threat and risk assessment
- insider threat identification
- report writing and case documentation
- liaison with law enforcement and external agencies
- briefing and training on CI and security topics
- team leadership and supervision
- background investigations and suitability assessments
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Adobe Acrobat
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Counterintelligence
- Intelligence Analysis
- Law Enforcement
- Physical Security
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)
- Certified Counter-Insider Threat Professional: Fundamentals (CCITP-F) · Funded
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Career Growth
- Certified Counterintelligence Threat Analyst (CCTA) · Funded
- Certified Counter-Insider Threat Professional: Analysis (CCITP-A) · Funded
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) · Funded
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) · Funded
Also Common
- Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Obtain facts or statements from complainants, witnesses, and accused persons and record interviews, using recording device.
- Record progress of investigation, maintain informational files on suspects, and submit reports to commanding officer or magistrate to authorize warrants.
- Write reports or case summaries to document investigations.
- Search computer databases, credit reports, public records, tax or legal filings, or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for investigations.
- Conduct personal background investigations, such as pre-employment checks, to obtain information about an individual's character, financial status, or personal history.
Related Occupations
- Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
- Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
- General and Operations Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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