As a Program Analyst in DCSA's Personnel Security directorate, the incumbent will analyze and improve security processes, collaborate with stakeholders to protect national security interests, apply analytical and problem-solving skills, and assist leadership through innovation and creativity.

Duties

As a PROGRAM ANALYST you will be responsible for the following duties:

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. Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• 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): Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-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.
• This position is designated Special-Sensitive; the incumbent must obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• The duties of this position may require temporary duty travel and/or local travel.

Qualifications

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: Management and Program Analysis Series 0343 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 02/03/2025 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-11) 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: Overseeing administrative, organizational and records management procedures, processes, and operations for a complex program. Reviewing changes in technology, policy, standards, and/or operational procedures within a executive level program supporting multiple offices/directorates. Utilizing investigative, analytical, and/or statistical systems of record ensure agency standards/criteria meet mission. Authoring, preparing, and gathering background material, reports, and documentation for management of operations in support of agency executives. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: Business Analysis-Defining needs and recommending solutions that deliver value to process improvement, communication management, strategic planning and policy development. Information Management- Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems. Creativity and Innovation-Develops new insights into situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or cutting edge programs/processes. Attention to Detail- Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Writing- Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.

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: DHRS-DDCSA@dla.mil