Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to: All U.S Citizens; Retained Grade Preference (RGP) eligibles, and Military Reserve and National Guard Technician eligibles may also apply

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As an INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST you will be responsible for the following duties:

Conducts Cyber CI analysis activities within DCSA and coordinates those activities with DoD and national-level Agencies.

Utilizes classified and unclassified databases, software applications, and other intelligence research tools to identify and assess FIE capabilities to penetrate and exploit US networks and communications infrastructures.

Performs analytical support to on-going and completed cyber/information operations, identifies vulnerability to foreign intelligence and security services activity and makes recommendations for improvements and changes.

Provides analytic support to leadership related to cyber threat issues.

Applies analytic tradecraft and standards applicable to CI cyber threat analysis. Have competency and capacity to make continuing contributions to advancing the knowledge and understanding of the threat and the analytic process within the CI community.

Conducts comprehensive analysis of cyber incidents caused by specific intrusion sets using a suite of analytic tools.

Identify, assess and evaluate cyber adversary capabilities and intentions, methodologies, methods and motives of those who may conduct CNE (computer network exploitation) and CNA (computer network attacks) against designated systems and information.

Conditions of employment

• 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): Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: Supervisors may approve situational telework on a case-by-case, temporary basis for limited situations.
• 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: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/intelligence-series-0132/ or 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 02/09/2026

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: Conducts Cyber CI analysis activities and coordinates those activities with other national-level Agencies; performs analytical support to on-going and completed cyber/information operations, identifies vulnerabilities to foreign intelligence and security services activity; provides analytic support to leadership related to cyber threat issues; conducts comprehensive analysis of cyber incidents caused by specific intrusion sets using a suite of analytic tools; showcases information sharing and threat awareness; conducts in-depth research, compilation, and analysis of a wide range of complex and sensitive information.

Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies:

1. Oral Communications: 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. 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.

4. 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.

5. Researching: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information. Obtains, evaluates, organizes, and maintains information.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the SME Resume Panel review.

Application Questionnaire: Applicants must complete a screen out questionnaire as part of the application process. Applicants identified as meeting the basic education requirement and minimum qualifications for the position may move on to the SME Resume Panel review.

EXCEPTED SERVICE PILOT REVIEW: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration.

To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.

Competencies: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork, Problem Solving, and Attention to Detail

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Top ranked candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further review and consideration.

A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified'.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.