60 Seconds With… MWO Adam Barrett – Counter-Intelligence Operator
Video / October 2, 2025
Transcript
I'm Master Warrant Officer Adam Barrett. I'm a Counter-Intelligence Operator and this is the 60 second challenge.
What is the most important skill for CI Operators?
The ability to talk to anyone.
One tip to stay threat aware?
Follow security policy, watch those who don't.
What is Counter-Intelligence?
It's force protection against terrorism, espionage, sabotage, subversion and foreign interference.
What is the biggest lesson you've learned throughout your career?
Everybody knows something.
How does someone become a Counter-Intelligence operator?
A CANFORGEN is out now.
What did you want to be growing up?
A Submariner.
How do you manage stress?
Physical fitness, and cats!
What is considered suspicious activity in the Counter-Intelligence world?
Something that makes your gut tell you something is off.
Describe your occupation in three words?
Identify, counteract, and exploit.
What is a CI Operators least favorite vegetable?
A leek!
Do you work more in the field or behind a desk?
It depends on the mission; it depends on the day. And that's the 60 second challenge.