DCSA's Counterintelligence Cyber Operations Branch, Threat Directorate is seeking an experienced Cyber Counterintelligence Analyst to conduct in-depth research, compilation, and analysis of a wide range of complex and sensitive information to determine Cyber Foreign Intelligence Entity (FIE) threats to US interests. This is an excellent opportunity for those with experience in the following CI functions: Analysis, Collections, Operations, and Investigations.

Duties

As an INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (CYBER COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ANALYST) working for the DCSA Cyber Mission Center you will be responsible for the following duties: - Conduct network traffic flow analysis to identify cyber threats and vulnerabilities exploited by cyber actors and make recommendations for improvements and changes. - Identify, research and validate indicators of compromise and counterintelligence-related cyber threat activities to establish attribution and evaluate the level of threat posed. - Enhance counterintelligence-related cyber threat and vulnerability awareness among internal and external consumers. - Conduct all-source research and analysis to identify and assess adversary intentions and capabilities to penetrate and exploit US networks and communications infrastructures. - Document, report, and present analytic findings in oral and written communications. - Represent DCSA at cyber/counterintelligence working groups and analytical exchanges.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. For more information http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered
• This is a Drug Testing designated position
• Position is a (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under U.S.C. 1601
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• PCS (Permanent Change of Station): May Be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible, but is not a full time telework position. The incumbent will be required to report to the office on a routine basis.
• If selected, the incumbent must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as indicated in job announcement.

Qualifications

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: Intelligence Series 0132 (opm.gov) for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 08/07/2023 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GG/GS 12 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Expert knowledge and experience in the field of cyber counterintelligence (CI) threat analysis, and in depth research, compilation, and analysis of a wide range of complex and sensitive information to determine cyber-based Foreign Intelligence Entity threats to US interests. Expert experience in counterintelligence-focused cyber analysis, reporting, and production is essential for this position. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Oral Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. 2. Partnering: Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. 3. Researching: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information. Obtains, evaluates, organizes, and maintains information. 4.Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency 27130 Telegraph Road Quantico, VA 22134 US
• Name: DCSA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-2886
• Email: [email protected]