History Formation. On December 31, 1948, the CIA formed the Office of Scientific Intelligence (OSI), by merging the Scientific Branch in the Office of Reports and Estimates with the Nuclear Energy Group of the Office of Special Operations.. In 1962, the CIA formed the Deputy Directorate of Research (DDR), headed by Herbert Scoville.Under it was the newly formed Office of Special …

The Director of Central Intelligence (DCI) was the head of the American Central Intelligence Agency from 1946 to 2005, acting as the principal intelligence advisor to the President of the United States and the United States National Security Council, as well as the coordinator of intelligence activities among and between the various U.S. intelligence agencies (collectively …

Protecting our country is at the heart of our mission — past, present, and future. From our World War II roots through today, we carry on the traditions of ingenuity, bravery, and quiet sacrifice that have made us the world’s premier foreign intelligence agency. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of CIA.