This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Management Directorate (MGMT), Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM), Futures Identity (FI) Branch. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Physical Scientist, advisor, consultant and subject matter expert. Employee provides expert advisory services on evaluating scientific approaches to technology development and solution delivery to customers. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

As a Physical Scientist/ General Mathematics Analyst (Academic Engagement), GS-1301/1501-14, your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a Physical Scientist in the academics arena providing subject matter expertise in evaluating scientific approaches to technology development and solution delivery to customers in support of the FI mission. The employee develops strategic plans, roadmaps, and mechanics to ensure delivery of high quality university- based scientific research. Responsible for identifying, defining, and championing scientific and technology needs and engagement opportunities within Futures Identity (FI) and its stakeholders. Sets priorities to ensure academic engagement is pursued with researchers investigating and performing novel research within relevant biometric, identity, and information technology (IT) topic areas. Lead data analysis projects through the innovation lifecycle from ideation through deployment to develop advanced analytics capabilities in support of current and future project, prototypes, or proofs of concept and other operational challenges relevant to DHS's mission. 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.
• 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.
• The work will require travel and work odd hours during emergencies, as well as performance of emergency relocation duty.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

Individual Occupational Requirements General Physical Science Series, 1301 Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. or Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. General Mathematics and Statistics Series 1501 Degree: Mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. or Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: Contributes on the development of strategic plans, roadmaps, and mechanics to ensure delivery of high-quality university based scientific research. Knowledge of Analytics and computational capabilities through a rigorous process of problem definition, ideation, review, revision, and execution to determine the most promising solutions and approaches which, if successful, should positively change the outcome of DHS mission requirements. Collaborates in the oversight for the architectural principles, standards, and adherence that affect development, maintenance, and use of the enterprise architecture (EA). 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]