This position is located in Division of Strategic Technology and Enterprise Portfolio Governance.
The supervisor is Tiffany Fields.
This position is not subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements.
This position is not subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.
Summary
This position is located in Division of Strategic Technology and Enterprise Portfolio Governance.
The supervisor is Tiffany Fields.
This position is not subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements.
This position is not subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.
The successful candidate will perform the full range of the duties of a Financial Analyst for the Strategic Technology and Enterprise Portfolio Governance Division (STEPG) Division
IT Financial Strategy and Investment Branch (IFSIB) Branch.
Such duties include but are not limited to:
Provides guidance, and ensures the overall integration of the IT/IM resources for budget formulation per fiscal year using a collaborative approach.
Provides guidance, and ensures the overall integration of the IT/IM resources for budget formulation per fiscal year using a collaborative approach.
Serves as the OCIO liaison with program offices and/or business lines. Supports briefings to OEDO staff, Regional offices, OMB and other government agencies on matters related to IT/IM budget formulation and execution.
Supports short-term and long-term analysis of agency resource allocation decisions.
Assist with planning, monitoring, and analysis of the agency's IT budget for the Prior Year, Current Year Budget, Budget Year, and Budget Year + 1. Works with headquarters and regional offices to identify the resources required to support IT and IM activities for formulation.
Supports financial analyses and evaluations of resource allocation proposals of all types to ensure the most favorable cost-benefit trade-offs for NRC. Such duties include the collaborating in development of reports presenting.
Contributes to topics or areas affecting OCIO's policies and objectives which require analysis and recommends that they be pursued. Coordinates resultant study by breaking problems into manageable segments; identifies available resources within and outside the agency to apply to these segments; schedules completion of assigned tasks and is responsible for the final product.
Analyzes requests from the Offices for new or improved OCIO services, equipment, and products. Confers with requesting office staff to determine the nature and level of support required, resource impacts, and the relative priority of requests to other activities.
Utilizes Excel and the agency Budget Formulation System (BFS) and OMB MAX system to update data.
Utilizes the Strategic Acquisitions System (STAQS) to review and validate submitted requisitions and ensure consistency with the enacted IT budget.
Utilizes the agency Financial Accounting and Integrated Management Information System (FAIMIS), BFS Spend Plan Application, and BFS to obtain data for execution analysis and reporting.
Assists in creating, maintaining, and disseminating complex budget reports and analyses using standard office productivity tools, including spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
Supports the work of interoffice or interagency Task groups.
You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
All information in your resume must be true and accurate.
Conditions of Employment:
This is a Drug Testing position
Must be able to meet and maintain security & suitability requirements.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE at the GG-9 is defined as performing routine financial analysis and supporting budget formulation and execution activities in a federal or organizational environment. This includes compiling and analyzing financial data, supporting the preparation and review of IT investment business cases, using financial systems and software tools, and assisting with studies or audits of programmatic and resource management issues.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE at the GG-11 is defined as conducting moderately complex financial analyses and supporting the formulation and execution of IT budgets in a federal or organizational setting. This includes evaluating phases of the Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) process, preparing written reports and briefings, providing guidance on budget formulation, reviewing and analyzing business cases, and utilizing financial systems such as BFS, FAIMIS, and STAQS.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE at the GG-12 is defined as performing complex financial analysis and supporting investment management activities for IT portfolios in a federal or organizational environment. This includes developing and evaluating CPIC policies and procedures, conducting cost-benefit analyses, preparing and submitting major IT investment business cases, monitoring budget execution, and providing advice and training to program offices.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE at the GG-13 is defined as leading and performing advanced financial analysis, investment planning, and management for agency-wide information technology (IT) portfolios in a federal environment. This experience includes developing, implementing, and evaluating Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) policies, processes, and procedures; conducting in-depth cost-benefit, alternatives, and return-on-investment analyses; preparing, reviewing, and submitting Office of Management and Budget (OMB) business cases and related investment documentation; providing governance, oversight, and performance management for IT investments throughout the investment lifecycle; coordinating and responding to requests from internal and external stakeholders, oversight organizations, and executive leadership; and advising senior management on financial impacts, resource allocation, investment priorities, and portfolio performance.
A description of how you possess the specialized experience must be addressed in your resume. The NRC encourages applicants to provide job experience details in your resume. Applicants may also use the supplemental vacancy question to provide additional information pertaining to the specialized experience and ideal candidate criteria.
PLEASE BE CLEAR AND CONCISE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
Demonstrated expertise applying Federal financial management, budgeting, and capital planning principles to complex information technology (IT) investments and portfolios. Experience includes leading or independently conducting capital planning activities, cost-benefit analyses, investment reviews, and portfolio oversight efforts. Candidates should demonstrate experience developing, implementing, or improving policies, procedures, analytical methods, or financial models; providing authoritative advice to senior leadership; and interacting with external oversight organizations such as the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Government Accountability Office (GAO). Recognition for significant contributions through awards, commendations, or documented organizational impact is desirable.
Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, conducting, and evaluating complex financial analyses, studies, or program reviews involving multiple stakeholders or disciplines. Experience should include establishing priorities, developing milestones, monitoring progress, and recommending or implementing innovative practices that improve program effectiveness, efficiency, or accountability.
Demonstrated ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and evaluate financial and budgetary data from multiple sources. Experience includes assessing program performance, identifying trends or risks, and developing recommendations that improve operational efficiency, resource utilization, internal controls, or overall program effectiveness. Candidates should be able to articulate the measurable impact of their recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial, budgetary, technical, or policy-related information both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences, including senior executives. Experience includes preparing reports, briefing papers, memoranda, decision documents, presentations, and other written products, as well as delivering briefings and recommendations to management officials and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives. Experience includes sharing information, building consensus, developing recommendations, facilitating collaboration, resolving issues, and contributing to successful team outcomes in a professional environment.
Education
There are no education requirements for this position.Education substitution for specialized experience:
GG-11: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M, if related.
GG-09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related.
You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application. Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Additional information
This position may be eligible for telework in accordance with agency policy.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the job requirements. You must respond to all required application questions.
If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for possible interview and selection based upon the number of available vacancies to be filled in each office.
Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a concise resume that directly relates to this position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
The following documents are required for your application package to be complete. If you fail to provide any required documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; title, series, grade (if applicable); and 4) other qualifications. Please limit your resume to 2 pages. See below for Additional Resume Information.
Transcripts: You must submit an official or unofficial copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application, if you are qualifying with education substitution. Diplomas do not provide the information needed for determining qualifications and will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action): You must submit a copy of your most recent non-award SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive/excepted status or reinstatement eligibility. Applicants who only submit an award SF-50 will not receive further consideration.
All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.
Additional Resume Information:
Your resume is crucial in our evaluation of your qualifications. Resumes should clearly demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and abilities. Please limit your résumé to 2 pages. To ensure your resume contains all required information, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder. If you choose to use your own resume, please ensure it contains all the required information, and you organize it so we can associate the following information with each experience/position:
Job title
Name of employer
Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year) format
Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. We will pro-rate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Concise, results-focused language for job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable).
Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position).
Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) or other inappropriate material on your resume or cover letter. If your resume contains prohibited information as listed above, your application may be determined ineligible, and you will not receive consideration for this position. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter, links to social media such as LinkedIn, to determine your qualifications. Cover letters are optional.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 10/29/2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For a preview of the application questions, please see https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13095310.
Your complete application must include your resume, responses to all required vacancy questions, and any required documents that prove your eligibility to apply.
To begin your application, select the "Apply" button located on the right side of this screen. Follow the subsequent prompts to log in or register, submit all required documents, answer the questions, and complete the application process. You may either select your required documents within your USAJOBS profile to upload with your application or directly upload them during the application process. The following types of document types can be uploaded: .gif, jpg., .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, .doc, and .docx.
Important Considerations:
Paper Applications: Paper applications will not be accepted unless you can demonstrate hardship circumstances through the agency contact listed below.
Application Extensions: Requests for application extensions will not be granted.
Hardship Assistance: If you experience hardship applying online, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below for assistance. You must reach out during business hours before the announcement closing date and speak with someone who can provide support for your online submission.
The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the coordinator at (301) 415-5888 or TDD 240-482-3217. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Division of Strategic Technology and Enterprise Portfolio Governance
11545 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application at any time after the announcement closes by logging onto USAJOBs and selecting "Application Status." You will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume, question responses, and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required for your application package to be complete. If you fail to provide any required documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; title, series, grade (if applicable); and 4) other qualifications. Please limit your resume to 2 pages. See below for Additional Resume Information.
Transcripts: You must submit an official or unofficial copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application, if you are qualifying with education substitution. Diplomas do not provide the information needed for determining qualifications and will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action): You must submit a copy of your most recent non-award SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive/excepted status or reinstatement eligibility. Applicants who only submit an award SF-50 will not receive further consideration.
All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.
Additional Resume Information:
Your resume is crucial in our evaluation of your qualifications. Resumes should clearly demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and abilities. Please limit your résumé to 2 pages. To ensure your resume contains all required information, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder. If you choose to use your own resume, please ensure it contains all the required information, and you organize it so we can associate the following information with each experience/position:
Job title
Name of employer
Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year) format
Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. We will pro-rate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Concise, results-focused language for job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable).
Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position).
Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) or other inappropriate material on your resume or cover letter. If your resume contains prohibited information as listed above, your application may be determined ineligible, and you will not receive consideration for this position. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter, links to social media such as LinkedIn, to determine your qualifications. Cover letters are optional.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 10/29/2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For a preview of the application questions, please see https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13095310.
Your complete application must include your resume, responses to all required vacancy questions, and any required documents that prove your eligibility to apply.
To begin your application, select the "Apply" button located on the right side of this screen. Follow the subsequent prompts to log in or register, submit all required documents, answer the questions, and complete the application process. You may either select your required documents within your USAJOBS profile to upload with your application or directly upload them during the application process. The following types of document types can be uploaded: .gif, jpg., .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, .doc, and .docx.
Important Considerations:
Paper Applications: Paper applications will not be accepted unless you can demonstrate hardship circumstances through the agency contact listed below.
Application Extensions: Requests for application extensions will not be granted.
Hardship Assistance: If you experience hardship applying online, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below for assistance. You must reach out during business hours before the announcement closing date and speak with someone who can provide support for your online submission.
The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the coordinator at (301) 415-5888 or TDD 240-482-3217. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Division of Strategic Technology and Enterprise Portfolio Governance
11545 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application at any time after the announcement closes by logging onto USAJOBs and selecting "Application Status." You will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume, question responses, and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
