INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST – Federal government of the United States

Title of the Job: INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Job Description: SummaryClick on “Learn more about this agency” button below for IMPORTANT additional information.The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a key Staff Officer in the Air Force Cryptologic Office (AFCO) Operations Division with responsibilities for coordinating SIGINT operational issues that impact the HAF, ACC, 16AF, and AF intelligence units.Salary ranges include local market supplements.OverviewOpen & closing dates11/21/2024 to 11/27/2024Salary$117,962 – $153,354 per yearPay scale & gradeGG 13LocationFew vacancies in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potential13Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement number8X-DCIPS-12613960-611990-IFControl number820020100This job is open toDuties-As a principal Staff Officer with duty location at the National Security Agency (NSA), conveys USAF, ACC, and 16AF positions and views on pertinent SIGINT issues directly to action elements of the NSA/CSS.-As a senior SIGINT expert, conducts mission management, coordination, deconfliction, and synchronization of all SIGINT efforts in support of 16AF’s missions.-Represents 16AF and the Air Force Cryptologic Office (AFCO) with responsibilities for coordinating mission requirements/opportunities that support USAF, 16AF and AF tactical intelligence units, working all in concert with ACC.-Documents and disseminates analytic findings through reporting to appropriate organizations and customers. Identifies appropriate collection strategies, methods and/or plans necessary to exploit target areas of interest. Writes and performs technical and information briefings in support of mission priorities as well as provides technical subject matter expertise in mission focus areas.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Education is not a substitute for experience.
• Polygraph: Incumbent is required to undergo a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
• Mobility: Mobility is a condition of employment. The employee must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.

QualificationsThis is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the “Professional” work category are at the “Full Performance” work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee’s salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee’s qualifications in relation to the job.In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: expert knowledge of a comprehensive range of intelligence, research, and collection methods for the management of national and tactical level Cryptologic Operations and its integration with other pillars of Information Warfare to include Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO); Information Operations (IO); and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR). Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Expert knowledge of a comprehensive range of intelligence, research, and collection methods for the management of national and tactical level Cryptologic Operations and its integration with other pillars of Information Warfare to include Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO); Information Operations (IO); and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR).
2. Expert knowledge of the national intelligence community, cryptologic enterprise, Joint, DoD structure, organizations and mission/functions, inter-relationships, and operations. Direct knowledge and experience in cryptologic operations and SIGINT planning, collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination.
3. Comprehensive skill in understanding the intelligence cycle as it applies to SIGINT operations, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), United States Signals Intelligence Directives (USSIDs), and Intelligence Oversight. Knowledge and experience with joint military Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) focused on activities, and pertaining to the sequence of actions, requisite for cryptologic operations.
4. Mastery skills in understanding of qualitative and/or quantitative analytical principles, concepts, and methods to produce detailed analyses of complex information/situations attained from multiple intelligence sources to conduct unbiased complex research of novel and emergent problems, identifying appropriate available systems/data sources, and producing collection requirement assessments in a problem-centric approach linked to operational requirements.
5. High level of skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, negotiating complex issues, and resolving conflicts at an inter-service, inter-agency, and inter-departmental level based on mature judgment, experience, and recognized professional standing.
6. Ability to maintain control of classified material; quickly assimilate disparate data, render knowledgeable and accurate assessments of the implication of such data; make decisions, estimates, and recommendations under conditions of urgency and pressure based on mature judgment and experience; and present and/or defend a position effectively. Ability in using Operations Research or Data Science methods to assess the effectiveness of intelligence operations is highly desired.Conditions of Employment Continued:
-Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed, a counter-intelligence polygraph is required, and member must meet and maintain requirements necessary to access NSA facilities and systems.
-Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
-Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license. While attending meetings and conducting required coordination with national-level counterparts, incumbent will frequently be required to travel, by vehicle, throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC, area.PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationPosition may be eligible for DCIPS STEM TLMS.Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click .If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 – the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017” suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 for additional information.

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Company Name: Federal government of the United States

Salary: $117962 – 153354 per year

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