Intelligence Research Specialist Jobs

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Summary

Customs & Border Protection (CBP): Securing America's Borders The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. Discover a challenging and rewarding career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders. At CBP, we: Secure and facilitate trade and travel while enforcing hundreds of U.S. regulations, including immigration and drug laws Screen passengers, vehicles, and shipments entering our country Seize illegal narcotics, vehicles, and agricultural products and prohibited goods. Prevent unauthorized entry into the country Rescue individuals who fall into dangerous conditions traversing our border Find us on Twitter at @CBP and @CBPJobs Find us on LinkedIn at U.S. Customs and Border Protection CBP employees demonstrate the highest level of commitment to protect and serve the United States of America and to exemplify the CBP Core Values of Vigilance, Service to Country and Integrity. Learn more about CBP's mission, core values and careers at https://www.cbp.gov/about

Duties

This position will provide Customs and Border Protection and Intelligence Enterprise (IE) with intelligence products that inform and enhance their ability to make strategic, operational or tactical decisions in support of CBP operations directed at threats to border security. This position may also advise, administer, or perform analysis, evaluation, interpretation and dissemination of information and intelligence deemed critical to CBP and its operational stakeholders. As such, this is an important and impactful position within CBPs workforce. This position starts at a salary of $112,015.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $145,617.00 (GS-13, Step 10) with promotion potential to $145,617.00 (GS-13 Step 10). The incumbent of this position will serve as a targeting analyst supporting several of CBP's sensitive vetting programs. NSTA's primary mission seeks to fully identify previously unknown or partially identified threat actors presenting a nexus to Homeland and recommending tactical decisions in support of CBP operations directed at identifying threats to border security. As an Intelligence Research Specialist (IRS) for NSTA, your duties will include: Conducting all-source, multi-disciplined research based on limited derogatory information or other threat indicators to generate intelligence of potential threat identities, associations, and travel/movements to develop targets in support of a counter-terrorism mission; Leveraging both unclassified and classified tools and datasets to create analytical assessments on previously unknown threat actors, with a specific focus on technical signals analysis, network development and pattern-of-life analysis; Conducting follow-on analysis of selected targets based on interview notes as well as document and media exploitation; Writing, editing, and publishing analytical findings and summary of actions into a standardized cable format for dissemination to partners and the wider community; Establishing working relationships with unit personnel through training and instruction to facilitate sharing and transfer of intelligence knowledge, techniques, expertise, and best practices to further CBP's screening and vetting mission;

How To Apply

To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English. If you are unable to apply online or need to submit a document you do not have in electronic form, visit this link for more information regarding an Alternate Application process. Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume, your online questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 07/17/2023. It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided, which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application and you must again upload it by the closing date. Please upload your resume under "Resume" and any other applicable supporting documents mentioned above under the appropriate Document Type. If your Document Type is not listed, upload as "Other." DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. View common definitions of terms in this announcement.