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Summary DCSA's Counterintelligence Cyber Operations Branch is seeking an experienced Cyber Counterintelligence Analyst to conduct in-depth research, compilation, and analysis of a wide range of complex and sensitive information to identify cyber threats to US interests. This is an excellent opportunity for those with experience in counterintelligence Analysis, Production, and Collection of information in the cyber domain. Responsibilities As a INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST you will be responsible for the following duties: - Conduct network traffic flow analysis to identify cyber threats and vulnerabilities exploited by cyber actors and make recommendations for improvements and changes. - Identify, research and validate indicators of compromise and counterintelligence-related cyber threat activities to establish attribution and evaluate the level of threat posed. - Enhance counterintelligence-related cyber threat and vulnerability awareness among internal and external consumers. - Conduct all-source research and analysis to identify and assess adversary intentions and capabilities to penetrate and exploit US networks and communications infrastructures. - Document, report, and present analytic findings in oral and written communications. - Represent DCSA at cyber/counterintelligence working groups and analytical exchanges. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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/ 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 07/15/2024 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 GS/GG-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: Expert knowledge and experience in the field of cyber threat analysis, in depth research, compilation, and analysis of a wide range of complex and sensitive information to determine cyber and counterintelligence threats to US interests. Expert experience in cyber counterintelligence-focused analysis and production is essential for this position. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Oral Communication - 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. Researching - Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results. 3. Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. 4. Technical Competency - 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. 5. Counterintelligence -Apply knowledge of the Counterintelligence Functional Services categories, to include: support to arms control/treaties; briefings, debriefings and reporting; research and analysis; and inquires. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information VETERANS PREFERENCE/CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL In accordance with DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, veterans preference is not required to be applied when considering candidates with prior Federal competitive or excepted service who have completed a probationary or trial period and have not been separated for cause. Therefore, veterans preference will not be applied to applicants with current federal service, or former federal civilian service meeting the above criteria. Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Applicants selected from this announcement may be required to serve a two-year trial period. If selected, Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for a DCIPS excepted service positions. If selected, non-DCIPS candidates must acknowledge in writing that the position they have been selected for is in the excepted service and covered by DCIPS. Selection under this appointment authority does not confer civil service competitive status. All current and former Federal employees must submit a copy of your latest SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. Resumes should NOT include: Classified information/SSN/Photo of yourself/personal information (gender, religion, affiliation etc/Encrypted digitally signed docs). Resumes with this prohibited information will be automatically ineligible for consideration.