Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to current Department of Defense (DoD) employees. Retained Grade Preference (RGP), and Military Reserve and National Guard Technician eligibles may also apply.

As a INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST at the GG-0132-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Plans, prepares and conducts counterintelligence functional services activities to include force protection briefings for DTRA personnel going on and returning from foreign travel. Applies knowledge of foreign intelligence entities (FIE) operations and terrorist modus operandi in formulating briefings and providing recommendations to travelers and senior department officials deploying overseas.
• Provides counterintelligence support to CWMD and counter-proliferation mission areas and activities. Based on information and knowledge of FIE and mission areas, identifies trends and provides predictive assessments of future behavior of foreign counterparts during the performance of CI activities. Recommends various countermeasures in an effort to mitigate and counter foreign collection efforts or foreign influence during the conduct of DTRA missions and activities.
• Conducts research and analysis on matters of counterintelligence or force protection concern. Identifies trends and conducts analysis on counterintelligence threats and vulnerabilities. Periodically conducts counterintelligence and force protection assessments of DTRA and DoW facilities and programs worldwide. Provides advice and recommendations, as needed, in order to enhance security measures and protect critical information.
• Establishes and conducts regular liaison with members of the law enforcement and intelligence communities to facilitate the exchange of information and maintain contacts required to support the mission. Represents DTRA and further participates in inter and intra-agency conferences and symposiums.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Operational travel both CONUS and OCONUS may be required up to 30% of the time
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is an in-person position at facilities located at Fort Belvoir, VA. This position may be eligible for limited, situational telework subject to supervisory approval and not to exceed current Agency guidelines.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
• Overtime/compensatory time may be required to accommodate operational needs of the organization.
• May be subject to random DoD counterintelligence scope polygraph if assigned to programs or duty locations requiring such.
• Position is a (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under U.S.C. 1601
• Must be a credentialed CI agent or successfully completed a CI credentialing course within one year of appointment per DoD Directive S-5240.02 to obtain DTRA CI Emblem and Credentials.

Qualifications

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: i.e. for positions with no IOR: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/intelligence-series-0132/ 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 02/16/2026

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. Such experience is typically in or directly related to the work of the position to be filled.

You may qualify at the GG -12 , if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GG/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below:

• Providing counterintelligence and/or force protection briefings
• Conducting research on matters of counterintelligence or force protection concern
• Assisting with providing counterintelligence support to Department of War operations and activities; and/or
• Aiding with counterintelligence assessments on affiliated facilities, infrastructure, and/or programs.

You may qualify at the GG -13 , if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GG/GS-12 grade level in the Federal service as listed below:

• Providing independent counterintelligence and/or force protection briefings
• Providing counterintelligence support to Department of War operations and activities
• Conducting analysis on matters of counterintelligence or force protection concern; and/or
• Conducting counterintelligence assessments on affiliated facilities, infrastructure, and/or programs.

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.

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) and the responses you provide on the application questionnaire.

TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT: Your complete application package (resume/supporting documentation and online technical questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online questionnaire. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Competencies:

• Collection Operations
• Collection Resources Management
• Customer Operations and Requirements

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.