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Longtime AFIO member seeks information on the career of his father, Keith W. Uncapher, an IC collaborator and White House advisor who worked along with close friend Jimmy Doolittle. He worked at RAND Corp 1950-1972. He reached the civilian rank of a three star in the Air Force, established the Information Sciences Institute at USC (leaving sometime in the eighties). He worked with DARPA, Center for Research Initiatives with Robert Kahn and was inducted in the Academy for Engineering. He was on the White House Scientific Advisory Board and was President of AFIPs in the Sixties. If you have any knowledge of Mr. Uncapher or his work, please contact his son, Jeffrey, at: jkuncapher@gmail.com
British author Ben Macintyre requests members’ help in researching a joint CIA-MI6 operation during the Cold War.
In1981, MI6 recruited a senior Russian KGB officer in post-revolutionary Iran, and exfiltrated him to the UK a year later. Vladimir Kuzichkin (codename REDWOOD) revealed a KGB conspiracy to recruit, finance and arm members of the Iranian Communist (Tudeh) Party to mount a possible coup against the Ayatollah Khomeini and install a communist regime, backed by Soviet forces.
The CIA and MI6 jointly agreed to pass the intelligence to Iran, hoping this “goodwill gesture” would open warmer relations with Khomeini's government.
In September 1982, a meeting was arranged in Islamabad between REDWOOD and officials of SAVAMA, the Iranian intelligence service. Armed with Kuzichkin's revelations, the Revolutionary Guard moved to destroy the Tudeh party in 1983 and expelled 18 Soviet diplomats. The REDWOOD case stymied the threat of a Soviet-backed coup and neutralised Iranian communism, but did not improve relations with Iran. Bob Woodward published a report on the episode in the Washington Post in 1986.
Any assistance would be appreciated. Please contact Ben Macintyre on ben.macintyre@thetimes.co.uk or 00 44 7909 926161
Professor Emerita at VMI is looking for informaiton about the Henkell Estate in Wiesbaden in 1945. It is rumoured that “American intelligence” (OSS?) had a headquarters there. It was the headquarters of the Luftwaffe during the war and was bombed by the Allies in 1944. Any and all advice is greatly appreciated. Please contact Rose Mary Sheldon with any information.
Researcher working on project about her mother, a former CIA SE division desk chief, seeking former branch chiefs in the division between 1980 and 1994 to help with general descriptions of interrelationships and information flow. Also seeking officers who were in Rome station anytime between 1986-90. Please contact viveca.novak@gmail.com.
Are you a current or former intelligence professional interested in contributing to research on how intelligence and decision-makers collaborate? We are seeking individuals with professional experience in intelligence operations, either in current or previous roles within law enforcement, military departments, federal agencies, or the private sector. We are particularly interested in those who have been involved in collecting, analyzing, and disseminating intelligence that directly informs organizational goals/missions. We also seek those who have been in roles that make decisions based on such intelligence. This study involves an interview lasting approximately 1 hour to explore your experiences and contribute to a deeper understanding of this critical area of collaboration. Participation in the interview will be compensated.
If you are interested in participating or have questions regarding whether you qualify, please email me at carlos.lopez@unt.edu. View Flyer for additional information.
CIA in 1970 FIFA World Cup or 1968 Olympic Games. Did the CIA watch soccer? I’m a British journalist and documentary maker (20 years at the BBC, now independent) working on a historical podcast series focusing on the 1970 FIFA World Cup (soccer), as well as the 1968 Olympic Games. I am trying to understand what operational interest, if any, the CIA took in these two sporting events, particularly in the context of the Cold War in Latin America. Since both events took place in Mexico, I am keen to speak to anyone specifically about either the CIA Mexico station at that time (under Win Scott and later John Horton), or - for broader context - about the Agency’s historical interest in sporting matters more generally. Anyone with insight into the involvement of the Brazilian government or security agencies in soccer during the 1970 World Cup (under Gen Medici) would also be of interest. I can be contacted at gabriel.gatehouse@gmail.com. Discretion is, of course, assured.
Researcher is seeking information about the document known in the West as the “KGB Wanted List,” the 1969 version of which was brought to the West by a KGB defector in 1972. Vladislav Krasnov analysed a portion of the list in his 1986 book titled “Soviet Defectors.” Both CIA and the FBI responded to FOIA requests indicating that they cannot find the 1969 list (although both CIA and NACIC have cited it in various forums). If you have a copy of the 1969 list, suggestions where it might be found in its entirety, or knowledge of any earlier lists in the series, please contact Kevin Riehle at kevin.riehle@brunel.ac.uk.
AFIO member seeks a collaborator with YouTube technical expertise to launch a channel that will highlight specific examples of Russian and Chinese misinformation. Please contact Greg Rushford at gregrushford@gmail.com.
U.K.-based private intelligence company Grey Dynamics is accepting applications for its analyst internship program. Excellent resume building experience for aspiring intel analysts and, for intelligence studies students (and graduates) who are interested in analysis and writing, a great entry-level opportunity to exercise your skills in a real editorial and publication setting. See full details and application instructions.
Child of former CIA Como Officer Walter E. McLeod seeks information on her father's life and work to help build a better understanding of the family's history. McLeod EODed in 1951 and served in Saipan, Havana, WTC, Caracas, Jakarta, Saigon, Paris, Phnom Penh, Vientiane, and Bangkok. He retired in 1975. If you have information to share, contact Kathy McLeod katherinemacleod@gmail.com.
Seeking a highly skilled Targeter/Analyst for immediate start. This role will conduct open-source research and analysis to support advanced technology initiatives by assessing investor prospects, managers, advisors, and affiliates with afocus on identifying financial, reputational, and national security risks, including potential adversarial activity, to protect portfolio integrity and program security. This position requires a blend of financial expertise and OSINT tradecraft to support rigorous due diligence and risk monitoring.
Instructions:
A cover letter is NOT required. DARPA requests a Resume/CV that describes OSINT tracking/targeting experience, as well as history in the private financial sector. Applicants are welcome to include a few bullets in their email describing their experience relative to the job requirements.
Interested applicants should send their Resume/CV directly to DARPA's Government Lead, Hope Weinstein (hope.weinstein.ctr@darpa.mil).
The International Spy Museum is recruiting its next cohort of volunteer docents! Docents lead highlights tours, connect with visitors, and share stories from the world’s largest collection of espionage artifacts. Training starts in December, and applications are due October 17, 2025. Learn more and apply: Webster Docent Corps.
The Department of Criminal Justice and Security Studies is seeking a Department Chair at the rank of Full Professor with an outstanding record of scholarly research and grants as well as experience in strategic planning, program-building initiatives, and faculty mentoring. We seek a leader with management and analytical skills, as well as a strategic planner committed to consolidating the national reputation of the department and its robust programs. The Department Chair will support the recruitment and retention of faculty and staff, advocate for a strategic vision for the undergraduate and graduate programs and foster an environment of inclusive excellence for students. If you are a a full professor in Security Studies with a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Public Policy, History (Intelligence or National Security), or a related field, please consider applying for or sharing this vacancy.
The Institute is actively recruiting a new President who will understand, embrace and live the vital mission of the school. The President will accept the challenge to lead an exceptional institution, expand its fundraising capabilities, increase its endowment, grow student enrollment, enhance the curriculum, explore entrepreneurial opportunities, and ensure the Institute continues its mission in service to our nation. Ambassador Aldona Wos, President of the Institute, is retiring after stewarding IWP through an extraordinary period of transition and growth. For any friend of AFIO who might be interested in a satisfying and challenging next chapter in their life, please read the formal description for this exceptional opportunity.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable research expertise in themes related to the vacancy and a strong teaching background in intelligence and security, or a related field, as well as in topics related to the Institute’s Bachelor’s and Master’s programme offerings. The candidate will be expected to teach across several programmes in the Institute, notably the Master’s programme Crisis and Security Management, the Bachelor programme Security Studies, and our Minor in Intelligence Studies. The position is aimed at strengthening the Institute’s teaching, research and grant-acquisition capacities in a phase of continuing growth and exciting interdisciplinary research opportunities. MORE INFORMATION
Provide academic and administrative leadership within a School of approximately 600 undergraduate majors and master’s students, as well as 20+ full and part-time faculty. Oversee and facilitate the School’s resources. Provide support for teaching, research, service, recruitment, retention, and fundraising. Be an advocate for experiential learning and represent the School of Criminology and Security Studies effectively in college, university, and community matters. Teach and publish in expertise area. Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. Participate in external and community engagement to cultivate partnerships, funding opportunities, and promote the School. MORE INFORMATION
This position is a 9-month, tenure-track position with possibilities of summer teaching assignments. Criteria for tenure and promotion include research, scholarship, teaching effectiveness, and service to the university and community. Beginning Date: August 30, 2025.
The School of Criminology and Security Studies is a unit of the College of Arts and Sciences of Indiana State University. It is a rapidly growing department / school with a degree program in Intelligence Studies which began in fall 2018. The program offers concentrations in intelligence operations/collection and intelligence analysis. The school provides undergraduate and graduate distance learning programs, consulting and training services for public and governmental agencies, and technical support through its Institute of Criminology. The department has modern classroom facilities including a crime lab. Cyber labs, and “smart rooms” for interactive video and computer instruction. Also, our programs offer internship opportunities. The Criminology program has grown to over 800 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate students both on campus and in the distance education programs. It is anticipated that the Intelligence Studies program will enroll between 500 to 600 majors when fully implemented, with new faculty positions added to meet enrollment and program needs. The School is multidisciplinary with a broad emphasis on justice and homeland/national security matters. More information is available through the department website at www.indstate.edu/cas/ccj.
Position: Associate/ Assistant Professor. This position is a 10-month, tenure-track position with possibilities of summer teaching assignments. Criteria for tenure and promotion include research, scholarship, teaching effectiveness, and service to the university and community. Beginning Date: August 30, 2026.
Qualifications and Duties: Candidates are required to have a doctorate, with strong preference given to those with a Ph.D. in international or domestic analysis studies or criminology, criminal justice, or related field with experience in analysis or demonstrated research agenda in intelligence analysis or crime analysis. ABD with firm completion date will be considered. A juris doctorate degree is not sufficient. The successful candidate will teach courses related to intelligence or crime analysis, as well as other classes in the curriculum. Candidates will eventually have an opportunity to develop new courses. The successful candidate will also be required to provide evidence of an active or developing research agenda. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate level and in both an on campus and distance education format. The normal teaching load for tenured- and tenure-track faculty is 3:3 (9 hours per semester) for scholars who remain productive, with a possibility for summer teaching opportunities. Professional experience in a culturally diverse environment is also desirable. Salary is competitive (and commensurate with qualifications and experience) with excellent benefits.
Application: Screening will begin August 30, 2025, as applications are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants must apply online at jobs.indstate.edu and attach a letter of application, vita, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to campus interview), three letters of recommendation and any other supporting material. Inquiries may be directed to: David Polizzi, Ph.D., M.A., LCAC Chair, Search Committee, Professor School of Criminology & Security Studies, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN 47809, (812) 237-8332 [voice]; (812) 237-2407 [fax] E-mail to: sbarton1@indstate.edu ISU encourages women and minority scholars to apply; ISU has a higher percentage of diverse and multicultural students than any other Indiana university.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. The University actively encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. The College of Arts and Sciences welcomes all faculty, staff, and students, regardless of identity or affiliation. The College values the contribution of all individuals in the execution of its primary mission, which is to educate undergraduate and graduate students. To that end, we will strive to attract representative staff and faculty. The College will actively support endeavors that embrace and explore human differences and global awareness. The College’s Diversity Plan is accessible from the College’s website: http://www.indstate.edu/cas/diversity
7 Oct 2025 - Virtual and In-Person at the International Spy Museum, Washington, DC
6:30pm
Cybercrime is now the fastest-growing criminal enterprise on earth powered by AI scams, deepfakes, and Dark Web threats most people never see coming. Eric O’Neill is here to help. The FBI’s legendary Spy Hunter—who caught America’s most notorious double agent, Robert Hanssen—has now turned his skills to thwart these dangerous new security challenges. Join us for an exclusive launch for O’Neill’s new book Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime. O’Neill wrote this with ordinary people in mind, because the fastest-growing business on Earth is cybercrime and you are the biggest target. O’Neill believes the best way to prepare your mind—and protect your organization and/or the people you care about—is to learn how to think like a spy hunter. This evening, he’ll explore where espionage collides with AI-Driven cybercrime and share some of the steps for staving off cyberattacks, securing data, and keeping private information safe in an increasingly digital and dizzying world. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
8 Oct 2025 - Virtual International Spy Museum Program, Washington, DC
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us for an online discussion of the latest intelligence, national security, and terrorism issues in the news. Spy Museum Executive Director Chris Costa will lead the briefing. Costa, a former intelligence officer of 34 years with 25 of those in active duty in hot spots such as Panama, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraq, is also a past Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Counterterrorism on the National Security Council. He will be joined by Ralph Goff, former Senior Executive, CIA. Goff retired in late 2023 as a 35-year veteran of the CIA where he was a six-time Chief of Station with extensive service in Europe, the Middle East, and Central and South Asia including several war zones. He served as Chief of Operations for Europe and Eurasia. Goff also served as Chief of CIA’s National Resources Division, working extensively with “C Suite” level US private sector executives in the financial, banking, and security sectors. Since his retirement, Goff has owned and operated his own independent consultancy in support of US national security objectives. He is a public speaker and an expert commentator with the Cipher Brief and has worked in support of veteran’s charitable organizations such as the Third Option Foundation. His awards include the Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal, Meritorious Presidential Rank Award, and Director NSA’s Civilian Achievement Medal. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
15 Oct 2025 - Online
12:00pm-1:00pm
Join MS in Intelligence Analysis Program Director Michael Ard as he hosts national security consultant and novelist Jim Lawler who is currently working on his third espionage novel, The Traitor’s Tale, which examines treachery and treason deep within the CIA. Lawler’s first novel, Living Lies (2021), an espionage story of the Iranian nuclear weapons program, was listed in December 2022 by Spyscape as number 38 on its list of the 50 best spy novels ever written. His second novel, In the Twinkling of an Eye, was published in April 2022 and chronicles the recruiting of a spy at the heart of a devastating covert Russian-North Korean genetic bioweapons program.
15 Oct 2025 - Virtual and In-Person International Spy Museum Event
12:00pm
Discover a new perspective on the Cold War as we mark National Disability Employment Awareness Month. David A. Taylor, author of Cork Wars: Intrigue and Industry in World War II and other books, has searched through declassified documents and other records to share the stories of those with disabilities working in the intelligence field during the Cold War. Today, Taylor will be discussing two men who made significant contributions to the American intelligence community in this era of uncertainty. Lyman Kirkpatrick served in the OSS during World War II and joined the CIA after it was created in 1947. In 1952, Kirkpatrick contracted polio and was paralyzed from the waist down. Kirkpatrick would eventually become the Inspector General of the CIA. One year after Kirkpatrick contracted polio, so did William Taylor, David Taylor’s father. Though Taylor lost full use of his legs and his left arm, he continued his work as an engineer for the Army, as CIA liaison, and at NASA where he would go on to work on the Apollo program and analyze the Soviets’ progress in the Space Race. In 1975, he joined one of the earliest exchanges of scientific and technical expertise between the Soviet Union and the United States. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
15 Oct 2025 - Virtual International Spy Museum Program for Spy Museum Members
6:30pm
Join us for this special, free virtual program, exclusively for Spy Museum members. You can join SPY as a member online or by calling 202.654.2840. Prior to World War II, Josephine Baker was a music-hall diva renowned for her singing and dancing, her beauty and sexuality; she was the highest-paid female performer in Europe. When the Nazis seized her adopted city, Paris, she was banned from the stage. Yet instead of returning to America, she vowed to stay and to fight the Nazi evil. Overnight, she went from performer to Resistance spy. Join Director of Adult Education Amanda Ohlke to learn more about Josephine Baker – her dazzling lifestyle (her pet cheetah had a diamond collar), and her dangerous work for the French Resistance. This event will also offer an exclusive preview of the Spy Museum’s Josephine Baker themed Tour of France, taking place October 1–8, 2026, which will be a chance to travel through history with SPY Staff Amanda Ohlke and Mira Cohen, as well as former CIA Chief of Disguise Jonna Mendez, and Damian Lewis as they lead an unforgettable journey in the footsteps of an icon. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
19 Oct 2025 - In-Person International Spy Museum Program, Washington, DC
5:00pm - 8:30pm
The International Spy Museum is excited to bring back our popular sensory friendly program designed exclusively for neurodivergent adults and their friends and family (18 years and up)! What might be a mission impossible visit during normal operating hours is now mission possible! On this special night, guests are invited to enjoy a private social hour (5:00 – 6:00 PM) featuring the opportunity to meet a former spy, test their code cracking skills, get in disguise, and more! Then, from 6:00 – 8:30 PM, guests will have exclusive access to the Museum’s exhibits where they can explore the Museum with less noise, fewer people, and a designated quiet area. Guests can also participate in a scavenger hunt and win various prizes! This is an open-house style event so guests can arrive and leave at any time during the evening. Pre-visit resources will be sent prior to the event. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
30 Oct 2025 - In-Person International Spy Museum Program at the United States Botanical Garden (100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001)
6:30pm
Experience the magic of the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory at night! Join USBG Executive Director and botanist Dr. Susan Pell in conversation with experts Amanda Ohlke from the International Spy Museum and Dr. Melissa Whitaker as they discuss plant-based poisons and their use in espionage throughout the ages. You’ll hear how and why so many plants have evolved toxic compounds and learn how human spies have used these powerful poisons to advance the goals of their spymasters in the shadows. Come with curiosity and leave with a new appreciation for the dark and delectable side of plants. Enjoy a selection of seasonal cocktails, mocktails, and delicious small plates available for purchase from a local DC chef. Explore the USBG’s Fierce Flora: Tales of Survival and Demise exhibit, learn about specific USBG collections plants that could be helpful or harmful (including ones featured in your beverage!), and test your plant-based invisible ink skills. Panel discussion begins at 7:15 p.m. Following the discussion, chat with Dr. Pell, guest panelists, and fellow attendees. You’ll be able to grab another drink and enjoy special access to explore the Conservatory after hours. Doors close at 8:30 pm. Please note: Attendees of this program must be 21 and older. Food and beverages, as well as seating, will be limited. To guarantee your opportunity to find a seat and enjoy a drink and a snack, please arrive when doors open at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
28 Oct 2025 - Virtual International Spy Museum Program
2pm-3pm
SPY with Me is an interactive virtual program for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Join SPY as we use music and artifacts to explore some of our favorite spy stories. Programs last one hour and are held virtually through Zoom. To register, please email Shana Oltmans at soltmans@spymuseum.org. Free but space is limited. Visit www.spymuseum.org.
16 Apr 2026 - Berlin, Northern Germany & Denmark
26 April 2026
Join author, historian and lecturer Gary Powers Jr. on this exciting, 11-day tour of fascinating Cold War and espionage related sites in Germany and Denmark with overnight stays in Berlin, Kiel, Aalborg, Copenhagen and Rostock.
What's Included on this Tour: Round-trip air transportation from Washington, DC 9 nights in centrally-located, four-star hotels. Full-time, professional CHA Tour Director throughout. Valuable insight & informative commentary by Gary Powers Jr. Breakfast daily at hotels & six, three-course dinners. On-tour transportation by private touring motorcoach. Ferry crossing between Denmark and Germany. Sightseeing tours & visits/entrances to sites listed below:
Full Tour Price: $5,995 per person
Land Only Price: $5,295 per person (airfare & airport transfers not included)
Repeat Gary Powers travelers will receive a $200 discount!
Prices above are based on double occupancy in hotels. A $850 single room supplement is required for travelers without roommates.
Book by December 15, 2025 with a required deposit of $495. Final payment is due by January 15, 2026.
Berlin Airlift Memorial • Checkpoint Charlie Museum • Glienicke Bridge • Teufelsberg or "Devil's Mountain" • Soviet War Memorial • DDR Museum • German Spy Museum • Schwerin Stasi Documents Archive • Laboe Naval Memorial & Museum • Submarine U-995 • Aalborg Defense & Garrison Museum • Regan Vest Cold War Bunker • Rebild Centre • Thingbaek Mines • Odense Bunker Museum • Copenhagen Resistance Museum • Ejby Bunker • Cold War Museum Stevnsfort • Rostock Documentation & Memorial Site • Rechlin Aviation Museum (Visits subject to change based on availability)
Want more information? Ready to enroll? Visit: www.cha-tours.com/garypowers/2026