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The Department of Defense’s Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is seeking an experienced Supervisory Polygraph Specialist to oversee senior polygraph instructors and advance the federal government’s polygraph program. This high-level role is based in Columbia, South Carolina, with a salary range of $122,198 – $158,860 per year, and offers the opportunity to shape the training and standards of credibility assessment at the national level.
About the Role
As a Supervisory Polygraph Specialist, you will be entrusted with both leadership and technical oversight in the field of psychophysiological detection of deception (PDD). This position goes beyond conducting examinations—it’s about leading instructors, setting federal training standards, and ensuring polygraph methodologies remain at the highest level of integrity.
Key responsibilities include:
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Supervising senior polygraph instructors at DCSA and the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA).
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Providing expert technical guidance in PDD and counterintelligence-scope (CA) examinations.
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Assigning and monitoring work while documenting and evaluating subordinate performance.
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Developing curricula and educational programs tailored to evolving DoD and counterintelligence requirements.
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Coordinating with the broader CA community to adapt to emerging needs in specialized training.
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Delivering briefings, lectures, and demonstrations on credibility assessment across DoD and federal security organizations.
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Assisting in shaping DoD-wide polygraph policies and operating procedures.
Qualifications and Requirements
Candidates for this role must bring a strong background in both federal polygraph operations and leadership. The ideal applicant will have:
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U.S. citizenship.
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Federal certification as a polygraph examiner.
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Graduation from the NCCA Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) Program.
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Proven experience supervising teams and managing instructors.
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Expertise in federal polygraph standards, policies, and examination procedures.
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Instructional experience teaching polygraph courses at a professional level.
Additional strengths include experience delivering formal briefings, lectures, and reports, as well as mentoring future leaders in the field.
Why This Role Matters
This position directly influences the quality and consistency of federal polygraph examinations, which are essential for national security, intelligence integrity, and counterintelligence operations. As a supervisory leader, your expertise will guide not only the examiners you oversee but also the very standards and methodologies that shape the future of U.S. polygraph practices.
Federal Benefits
As part of the federal workforce, this role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Competitive salary: $122,198 – $158,860 annually.
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Retirement and pension programs.
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Health, dental, and vision coverage.
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Paid leave, holidays, and federal employee protections.
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Professional development opportunities across DoD and related agencies.
Take the Lead
For seasoned polygraph professionals, this is a unique opportunity to move beyond examinations and into a leadership position with wide-reaching influence. By joining the DCSA, you will help shape the direction of federal polygraph training, mentor the next generation of examiners, and ensure national security through scientific and ethical application of credibility assessment.
👉 Apply now to become a Supervisory Polygraph Specialist and lead with expertise, integrity, and purpose.
