INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the “Professional” work category are at the “Full Performance” work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee’s salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee’s qualifications in relation to the job. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices in cryptologic operations, such as would be gained through extended experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments; or a comprehensive, intensive, practical knowledge of cryptologic operations and skill in applying this knowledge to the development of new methods, approaches, or procedures. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of a comprehensive range of USAF intelligence surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) cryptologic (SIGINT, MASINT, COMINT, ELINT, and RADINT) capabilities. Comprehensive knowledge of the intelligence cycle as it applies to SIGINT operations, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), United States Signals Intelligence Directives (USSIDs), and Intelligence Oversight. Knowledge and experience with joint military Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) focused on activities, and pertaining to the sequence of actions, requisite for cryptologic operations. Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative analytical principles, concepts, and methods to produce detailed analyses of complex information/situations attained from multiple intelligence sources to conduct unbiased complex research of novel and emergent problems, identifying appropriate available systems/data sources, and producing collection requirement assessments in a problem-centric approach linked to operational requirements. Knowledge of the of the national intelligence community, cryptologic enterprise, Joint, DoD structure, organizations and mission/functions, inter-relationships, and operations. Direct knowledge and experience in cryptologic operations and SIGINT, MASINT, COMINT, ELINT, and RADINT planning, collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, negotiating complex issues, and resolving conflicts at an inter-service, inter-agency, and inter-departmental level based on mature judgment, experience, and recognized professional standing. Ability to maintain control of classified material; quickly assimilate disparate data, render knowledgeable and accurate assessments of the implication of such data; make decisions, estimates, and recommendations under conditions of urgency and pressure based on mature judgment and experience; and present and/or defend a position effectively. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a key Staff Officer in the Air Force Cryptologic Office – Operations & Capabilities Division. Responsible for coordinating the management of multi-formatted and sourced cryptologic data; orchestrating activities to modernize, integrate, disseminate, and improve data integration. *** Salary ranges does not include local market supplements ***