The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) at NSA conducts independent oversight that promotes wise use of public resources; adherence to laws, rules, and regulations; and respect for Constitutional rights. The OIG also detects and deters waste, fraud, abuse, and misconduct, and promotes economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of NSA's programs and operations worldwide.

Duties

As an Evaluator assigned to the Audits and Evaluations Division located within the OIG, the selectee will play a critical role in improving Agency operations. The selectee will serve on teams responsible for evaluating NSA's effectiveness and efficiency in program oversight and operations. Specific responsibilities include: - Planning, leading, and/or conducting evaluations of high-risk and sensitive Agency activities. Evaluations are schedule-driven activities that require sound project and time management skills. Whether working independently or as part of a team, the selectee will conduct research; evaluate key processes and controls, and perform testing, as appropriate; conduct interviews; consolidate results; and present findings that require management action to address any weaknesses found. Your recommendations, based on solid documented evidence, will positively contribute to improved confidence in mission compliance, and may serve as the basis for new or modified policies, procedures, or systems. - Engaging Agency professionals and reviewing technical documentation to evaluate the strength of governance practices for the Agency's infrastructure. - Assessing the ability of Agency programs to meet strategic goals by reviewing project data (e.g., budget, schedule, and performance). - Using technical experience to analyze the Agency's IT infrastructure against security and functional standards, policy, and regulations. - Briefing management and teams on the status of efforts, and working with OIG teams to develop reports. The selectee should be comfortable working in a team and must be able to communicate technically complex issues (orally and in writing). The selectee should demonstrate process-oriented thinking, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to discerning the truth.

Requirements

• All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Entry is with an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. Degree in any field is acceptable. Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: an area directly related to or supporting NSA mission and/or a similar mission in the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD), information technology (for example, computer networking), or engineering. At least one year of the experience must be in the DoD or IC.

Education

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

Degree in any field is acceptable.

Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: an area directly related to or supporting NSA mission and/or a similar mission in the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD), information technology (for example, computer networking), or engineering. At least one year of the experience must be in the DoD or IC.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: Stephanie Catterton
• Email: [email protected]