NCTC

Mission
Lead our nation’s effort to combat terrorism at home and abroad by analyzing the threat, sharing that information with our partners, and integrating all instruments of national power to ensure unity of effort.
Vision
The nation’s indispensable source for analysis and strategic operational plans, leading the counterterrorism community by setting the standard for expertise, collaboration, and information sharing.
Values
Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of conduct in all that we do. We follow through on promises and commitments while acting in the best interest of the nation. 


Excellence: We hold ourselves to the highest standards. We strive for continuous improvement and promote innovation, creativity, and risk taking. 


Leadership: We enable, motivate, and inspire each other and the counterterrorism community to accomplish the mission. 


Diversity: We create an inclusive, joint work environment to leverage the breadth of expertise and perspectives from across the counterterrorism community. 






1: Fulfill Our Leadership Role in the Counterterrorism Community
1.1 Enhance NCTC’s role as the U.S. government’s authoritative source for terrorism information and analysis
1.2 Strengthen the Counterterrorism Mission Manager role
1.3 Institutionalize cross-Government strategic planning, assessments, and integration via full implementation of the National Implementation Plan for the War on Terror and the Counterterrorism Intelligence Plan


2: Strengthen and Integrate NCTC’s Core Capabilities
2.1 Align NCTC’s mission, activities, and capabilities with the National Implementation Plan for the War on Terror, the Counterterrorism Intelligence Plan, and the Analytic Framework for Counterterrorism
2.2 Expand and deepen internal and external partnerships to strengthen and integrate core capabilities and accomplish our respective missions
2.3 Strengthen products and services that meet the needs of traditional and non-traditional customers
2.4 Deploy and improve IT tools and systems that strengthen and integrate core capabilities, and maximize IT investments to improve mission performance


3: Establish and Improve Internal Business Practices and Communications
3.1 Establish and implement a transparent assessment process for NCTC’s leadership team to effectively manage and gauge progress against our strategy
3.2 Establish a clear set of management and administrative policies, processes, and procedures
3.3 Provide clear and consistent communications throughout NCTC


4: Create a Culture of Sharing Counterterrorism Knowledge and Expertise
4.1 Discover, capture, share, and effectively exploit knowledge, expertise, and information within NCTC and across the counterterrorism community
4.2 Develop integrated information technology systems that enable collaboration and information sharing within NCTC and across the counterterrorism community
4.3 Establish policies, processes, and programs that encourage and reward collaboration, learning, and sharing


5: Attract and Develop a Highly Skilled, Joint Workforce
5.1 Attract a highly qualified, diverse workforce with an array of backgrounds, skills, and experiences that enhance the range and depth of NCTC capabilities
5.2 Develop a comprehensive training, mentoring, and professional development program that expands and deepens expertise for all personnel
5.3 Ensure all personnel are appropriately challenged, rewarded, and given the support and tools they need to succeed