Security Counterintelligence Careers at the National Security Agency

Security & Counterintelligence Careers at the National Security Agency 101519

2 The Big Picture What is NSA? • Our mission • Fitting into the Intelligence Community • Collaboration Positions at NSA – full-time and student programs Applicant clearance process • Overview of opportunities • How it works • Benefits • How to apply • Role of security/adjudications

The U. S. Intelligence Community (IC)

NSA and the IC Open Source Intelligence DNI OSC Imagery Intelligence NGA Human Source Intelligence CIA Measurement & Signature Intelligence DIA Signals Intelligence NSA

The NSA Mission The National Security Agency is responsible for: Signals Intelligence U. S. Cybersecurity Providing our nation’s policy makers and military commanders with foreign intelligence to gain a decisive advantage. Protecting and defending sensitive information systems and networks critical to national security and infrastructure.

Operating as a Responsible Citizen NSA is unwavering in its respect for U. S. laws and Americans’ civil liberties – and in its commitment to accountability. The National Security Agency, as a member of the nation's Intelligence Community, is held accountable for upholding the laws of the land while providing critical foreign intelligence information to keep America and its allies safe and secure. • Laws, policies, procedures, training and technical controls ensure we are protecting civil liberties and privacy. • Employees take an oath to uphold the U. S. Constitution upon entrance in the agency, and that commitment is renewed on occasion. • NSA continues to strengthen its initiatives to be transparent with the public.

The Big Issues International Terrorism Cyber Crime Computer Hacking Debilitating Computer Viruses

Cybersecurity is a Team Sport We partner with federal organizations, foreign partners, private industry and academia to develop the capabilities to safeguard national security information. Federal Organizations Private Industry Foreign Partners Academia

Preparing for the Future NSA identifies and helping America meet future cyber challenges and adapt with

How Might Your Skills Fit at NSA? STEM • Computer Science • Cyber • Engineering and Physical Sciences • Mathematical Sciences • Medical and Occupational Health Legal and Law Enforcement IA and Languages Business and Support Services • Inspection, Investigation and Compliance • Intelligence Analysis • Intelligence Collection • Business, Accounting and Budget • Foreign Language Analysis • Human Resources • Security and Law Enforcement • Law and Legal Services • Communication and Public Affairs • General Admin Support • Education and Training • Network & Telecommunications • Infrastructure and Logistics PLUS, paid internships, scholarships and Co-op Program! 10

2020 Summer Internships 20+ programs in STEM, business and more Internship Programs The application deadline for all internships has been moved up this year to Oct. 15. Visit our Student Programs page for details about each program

Student Programs: Internships Paid summer tours for undergrad, grad students and Ph. D. candidates 20+ PROGRAMS for College Undergrads, Graduates and Doctoral Students Fields (Plus Many More) STEM & Cyber Business Work at NSA 12 WEEKS Over the Summer Real-World EXPERIENCE Internship Benefits Language Competitive Pay Paid Time Off Housing Assistance* Holiday & Sick Leave Mentorship Programs Extracurricular Activities *If eligible. See our website for more information. Travel Reimbursement* Access to National Cryptologic School Courses

Student Programs: Cooperative Education Alternate semesters between work and school For College Sophomores and Second Semester Freshmen Who Have A Minimum 3. 0 GPA Work at NSA EVERY OTHER SEMESTER Until Graduation *Participants must complete 52 weeks of work. Majors Computer/ Electrical Engineering Co-op Benefits Computer Science Cybersecurity Foreign Languages Competitive Pay Paid Time Off Holiday & Sick Leave Travel Reimbursement** Housing Assistance** Mentorship Programs Extracurricular Activities Partial Tuition Assistance **If eligible. See our website for more information. Access to National Cryptologic School Courses

Employee Development Programs Full-time jobs with full-on benefits Entry-level, mid-career and senior -level programs (in STEM, Intelligence & Language Analysis, and Business) designed to: • Improve understanding of specific disciplines • Enhance skills and professional networks • Cross-train into new career fields Most programs are 3 years in length, with rotational tours STEM Intelligence & Language Analysis Business

Benefits Beyond the Mission 15 Professional Work-Life Balance Advancement • Challenging and innovative work • Flexible work schedule • Continuing education • Travel opportunities • Generous leave programs • Tuition assistance • Experience other IC agencies • Leave work at work – it’s classified! • Relocation assistance • On-site fitness center • Competitive pay • Workout at work – paid for by NSA • Job stability • Flexible health and retirement plans • Casual dress • Mentor and be mentored • On-site training at the National Cryptologic School

Diversity and Inclusion Diverse experience and perspectives equal creative, unique solutions • Employee Resource Groups African-American Veteran Women People with Disabilities Next Gen Hispanic/Latino Islamic Cultural English as A Second Language Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Allies American Indian/ Alaska Native Asian-American/ Pacific Islander • Reasonable Accommodations • Diversity Awards

Application Process Apply Online First Screening – On Campus or Via Phone Technical Interviews and Possible Testing Polygraph and Psychological Assessment

Application Timeline Ultimately, the timeline depends on your individual case and background HR Screening, Conditional Job Offer Extended Security Forms Completion Suitability Processing (Background Investigation, Psychological Testing, Polygraph) Hiring Approval, Final Job Offer, EOD Date Set

Applicant Security Clearance Process All NSA employees have a TS/SCI level security clearance 1 2 3 Full Background Investigation (BI) Full Scope Polygraph (Poly or PG) Psychological Evaluation (Psych Eval)

Where Are We Located? NSA has a worldwide presence. Headquartered at Ft. Meade, NSA operates four cryptologic centers in the U. S.

Security & Counterintelligence

Security & Counterintelligence Careers Example Positions Special Agent, Polygraph Examiner, Adjudicator Police Officer, Security Information Specialist • Keep the Intelligence Community safe from harm • Evaluate character, background and history of applicants • Provide counterterrorism and force protection Security Analyst, Acquisition Security Analyst, Data Scientist Facilities Security Officer, Network System Engineer, Software Engineer, Computer Network Defense Analyst • Execute security screenings on vehicles, facilities and materials

Security & Counterintelligence Eligibility Majors Skill Sets Criminal Justice Interviewing or Investigative Experience Justice Administration Polygraph Experience Political Science Law Enforcement Experience Psychology Computer Science Software Engineering Intelligence Studies Analytical Experience Homeland Security IC Experience Other

Security & Counterintelligence Benefits Career Mobility Joint Duty Work in multiple security and counterintelligence fields, including K 9 police and executive protection Serve joint duty at NSA and other intelligence agencies Travel Training Collaboration Travel the country and the world Deepen and expand your knowledge and skills Work with local, state and federal law enforcement communities

Security & Counterintelligence Internship Summer Intern Program • Open to college sophomores, juniors and graduate students • Majors: Criminal Justice, International Relations, Political Science, Computer Forensics and Cybersecurity Visit our Student Programs page for details. • Work alongside professionals who conduct personnel security investigations, security clearance adjudications, counterintelligence programs and more • Apply by Oct. 15, 2019, for summer 2020 internship

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