Counterintelligence Security Analyst

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For over six decades, the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) has been at the forefront of developing, acquiring, launching, and managing the satellites that form the backbone of America's strategic advantage in space. Through a diverse array of spacecraft, the NRO gathers and disseminates unparalleled space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance data.

Basic Eligibility Criteria for NRO Positions
Must be a U.S. Citizen Must be at least 18 years old Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a TS/SCI security clearance Subject to pre-employment and ongoing drug testing Subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph assessments
Work Environment

The NRO Office of Security and Counterintelligence (OS&CI) is dedicated to ensuring that mission support is upheld through ongoing development, management of policy-driven guidance, and the safeguarding of our assets. A vital aspect of OS&CI's mission is to maintain a reliable workforce. To this end, the NRO is looking for Polygraph Examiners for its Polygraph Management Branch (PMB), which acts as a critical resource for the Personnel Security Division (PSD) in its overarching objective of adjudicating access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) within NRO's highly sensitive operational landscape.

These roles will function as Security Specialists (Polygraph Examiner), executing operational counterintelligence (CI), counterespionage (CE), and personnel security polygraph assessments. These are specialized Polygraph Examiner roles, involving a variety of intricate assignments and non-standard situations that necessitate extensive expertise and experience in the technical domain.

All polygraph assessments will involve case file analysis, interviewing, information elicitation, and report preparation.

The NRO Cadre is currently gathering resumes for consideration for present and future opportunities in Chantilly, VA for Full Performance level (GG-11 to GG-13), Security Specialist (Polygraph Examiner), occupational series 0080.

Your resume may also be evaluated for other positions that align with your skills and experience.

These are full-time roles that will remain open until filled.

Eligibility to Apply
These roles are open to the general public. Current federal employees must be at the indicated grade level or higher as specified in this announcement. This is not a promotional opportunity for existing federal employees. If selected, federal employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step. Federal applicants exceeding the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per applicable regulations. The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply through internal channels. These positions may not qualify for the appointment of a reemployed federal annuitant under applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
Obtain and maintain federal polygraph examiner certification. Conduct polygraph examinations on a diverse population requiring access to TS/SCI information, which may involve interviewing high-profile examinees and eliciting information on highly sensitive security matters. Ensure polygraph examinations strictly adhere to legal and regulatory standards, and meet the security and ethical requirements for the NRO. Provide briefings to leadership on significant and/or noteworthy cases. Collaborate with other polygraph examiners and supervisors for status updates and guidance as necessary. Review available security and supporting documents to determine the best course of action for polygraph testing. Participate in special projects and initiatives, and perform unique assignments. Safeguard classified materials through sound security practices to ensure the protection of classified information. Apply relevant directives and policies relating to polygraph and personnel security.
Qualifications Required
Candidates who are not federally trained and certified must successfully complete the twelve-week Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) training course at the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA). Admission to the NCCA PDD training program requires: U.S. Citizenship, a minimum age of 25 (may be waived), a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution (transcripts required), and at least two years of investigative experience (may be waived). Successful completion of a Counterintelligence Security Polygraph (CSP) examination is also required. Once certified by the NRO, candidates must meet the minimum standards for DoD Certification continuation as a Polygraph Examiner. Proficiency in computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office suite. Skills in applying data-gathering, analytical, and evaluative techniques to identify, consider, and resolve issues concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program policy and operations; demonstrates the ability to analyze, plan, and adjust individual work to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Ability to provide briefings, prepare reports, and develop training materials on a wide range of issues and topics related to program activities. Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector role, but must clearly demonstrate past experience in applying the necessary competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position as described above. Experience must be detailed in your resume.

Preferred Qualifications:
Highly Desired: Current federally certified Polygraph Examiner. Experience as a polygraph examiner in the private sector. Experience in interviewing and eliciting information from a variety of sources.
Additional Information
Overtime may be required, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Travel may be required for temporary duty assignments. Financial Disclosure: May be required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon appointment and annually thereafter. Geographic Mobility Agreement: May be subject to directed reassignment as required to address mission effectiveness and/or career development. Emergency Essential: Certain positions are deemed emergency essential and incumbents must be willing to meet all position requirements.
Work Location

Chantilly, VA

Telework is not available; candidates must be able to work at the specified location.

Salary Information

Salary range for the Chantilly, VA area:

GG-11: $82,764 - $107,590

GG-12: $99,200 - $128,956

GG-13: $117,962 - $153,354

Upon successful completion of PDD training at NCCA:

Salary range for the Chantilly, VA area:

GG-11: $86,950 - $113,032

GG-12: $104,217 - $135,478

GG-13: $123,928 - $161,111

**These positions are Full Performance DCIPS roles. The NRO is accepting applications from U.S. Citizens and current Federal Government employees for these positions . To qualify, federal employees must currently be at the GG-11, GG-12, or GG-13 level and may only apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade level and step. Federal applicants exceeding the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per applicable regulations.

Hiring Incentives

The NRO may offer hiring incentives and other entitlements at management's discretion.

Trial Period

All new hires will be required to serve a two-year trial period.

Veterans' Preference

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference-eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in applicable regulations. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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