NEC
851A
Defense Counterintelligence (CI) Agent
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Conduct active and passive CI collections, missions, and functions in support of national security, DoD, and DoN interest as authorized and/or directed by a cognizant and jurisdictional DoD authority. CI related activities are to be conducted in accordance with national, DoD, and Navy policy and guidance. Considered credentialed DoD CI Agent.
Core Skills
- counterintelligence investigations
- source interviews
- threat assessment
- insider threat detection
- surveillance support
- investigative reporting
- evidence handling
- classified information protection
- case management
Common Certifications
- Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Private Investigator License
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence (GOSI)
Civilian Career Paths
- COUNTERINTELLIGENCE
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Private Investigator License
- Certified Fraud Examiner preparation course
- CompTIA Security+
- FEMA Incident Command System courses
Career Growth
- Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence (GOSI)
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