This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in the Management Directorate (MGMT), Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM). The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Program Analyst, providing analysis and advice to senior managers and executive leadership on a program and program segments of significant interest to OBIM, DHS, DoD, DoS, and Congress. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

As a Program Analyst, GS-0343-15, your typical work assignments may include: Program operations and functions include standards development, model-based systems engineering, prototype development, strategic engagement and planning, test and evaluation, program management, and program protection. Interfaces with executive leadership on complex problems in these areas, and resolves major issues, based on sound principles and solutions, and coordinated DHS positions. Conducts mid-range and long-range planning meetings, assessing and establishing long-term goals of the biometrics programs relative to the development, acquisition, testing, product improvements, fielding, and sustainment of the biometrics systems. Provides Department leadership with analysis, advice, planning, and execution to ensure the successful implementation of program goals and DHS priorities. Personally develops, manages, and tailors OBIM Future Identity strategic vision, narrative, and the associated strategic communications effort for the Assistant Director, in coordination with OBIM's customer outreach office. All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required.
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• You may be required to serve a one year probationary period.
• Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in Federal service or equivalent private sector experience. For this position, specialized experience is defined as: Provides advisory services on a wide range of Biometric Program integration issues. The work involves planning, developing, and carrying out a program both administratively and Technologically, including biometrics program integration, threat system capability assessment and program strategy planning and execution (system engineering, programming, planning, budgeting, contracting, and overall program control). Ensures the optimum and timely utilization of new concepts, techniques, and technological advances in the development and fielding of biometrics systems and products. Represents and speaks for the Director at a variety of senior level forums where OBIM missions and programs are reviewed. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. All requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Essential Personnel Position - This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of liberal leave or government closures due to weather, protests, and acts of terrorism or lack of funding. Failure to report for or remain in this position may result in disciplinary or adverse action in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. (5 U.S.C. 7501-7533 and 5 CFR, Part 752, as applicable).

Education

Not Applicable

Contacts

• Address Department of Homeland Security Headquarters OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170 6595 Springfield Center Drive Springfield, VA 20598-0170 US
• Name: Maria Merlina
• Email: [email protected]