Collections Manager

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph to be considered. A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify. Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a HUMINT Collection Manager that will collaborate with collection requirements managers, analytic elements and consumers to ensure overt HUMINT collection operations have the necessary focus and guidance to maximize time and resources allocated. Estimated Starting Salary: $107,000. Pay 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. Collaborate with collection requirements managers, analytic elements and consumers to ensure overt HUMINT collection operations have the necessary focus and guidance to maximize time and resources allocated Apply intelligence collection systems and capabilities to inform intelligence collectors and consumers of collection developments and relevancy through a range of products. Collaborate across the IC to understand consumer intelligence needs and gaps to ensure collection operations are tailored to the requirements of the customer Work with collectors and all-source analysts to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of multi-INT collection against requirements, as well as the execution of collection plans and strategies to generate reliable intelligence relevant to consumer needs Use statistical, algorithmic, data mining, and visualization techniques to find and interpret data for trend analysis purposes and others. Manage large amounts of data, ensure data consistency, produce visualizations, and develop models to report findings Assist with developing methods and criteria to determine if collection requirements have been satisfied, using measures of effectiveness and performance. Produce feedback of findings, identify collection gaps, related trends, and opportunities; assess collection options, test assumptions, and produce judgements, recommendations and solutions to refine collection Produce analysis to identify gaps in collection methods. Model future intelligence collection scenarios for Collection Strategists, Intelligence Planners, and Collection Enterprise Architects Conduct, develop, produce, and present programs of instruction in specified collection operations TTPs and related or supporting processes for various human intelligence and technical intelligence operations under DoD authorities Performs other job-related duties as assigned Active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph Minimum of three (3) years of experience in HUMINT collection management support or a HUMINT collection role in the Intelligence Community Successful completion of at least six (6) years in a HUMINT collection support, HUMINT collection, or all-source analytic role is acceptable in lieu of a college degree Proficient in utilizing intelligence repositories, including Chrome, Crate, and ICE Ability to produce Intelligence Information Reports (IIRs) and provide reviews of both pre- and post-publication IIRs In-depth understanding of collection environment and resources to effectively manage unit collection Working knowledge of all DoD HUMINT system capabilities, limitations, and reporting from supported collection platforms Graduate of in-residence basic Human Intelligence Collection Management course Comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirms completion of all developmental training and experiences for the Collection Manager role incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced. Ability to communicate understanding from information that may be Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and direction. Ability to collaborate and work with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution. Ability to develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence. Ability to guide teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems. Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information: Cherokee Strategic Edge (CSE) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSE , visit cherokee-federal.com. Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Legal 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. As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/SCI with Counterintelligence Polygraph clearance. Job Info Job Identification 43538 Job Category Security, Surveillance and Enforcement Posting Date 08/27/2026, 07:43 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations Washington, DC, United States (On-site) #J-18808-Ljbffr