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External Applicants Only

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: (U) Investigators in the Counter Insider Threat (CInT) Investigations Division conduct CInT investigations and other inquiries in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and established policy to foresee and mitigate insider threats and help to secure GEOINT and the NGA personnel, systems, and information that delivers our National Security capability. Investigators operate under the guidance of the Division Chief and Team Leads. They are front-line professionals who, among other things, investigate Unauthorized Disclosures (UDs) of classified information, Negligent Discharge of Classified Information (NDCI - e.g. data spill), Automated Information System (AIS) misuse, unauthorized media/device in NGA Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Unauthorized Universal Serial Bus (USB) connections, and mishandling or improper handling of classified information. They employ various investigative techniques and use forensic software tools to execute their mission. They do research and analysis, thoroughly document the results of their cases, and produce written reports. They refer investigative findings to Division managers, maintain liaison relationships with assigned customers, and accomplish other duties as assigned within the scope of the Division's established mission. They conduct investigative coordination, information sharing, and liaise with other NGA components, IC partners, and other federal agencies on projects and matters of mutual interest. (CInT) Investigations Division conduct CInT investigations and other inquiries in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and established policy to foresee and mitigate insider threats and help to secure GEOINT and the NGA personnel, systems, and information that delivers our National Security capability. Investigators operate under the guidance of the Division Chief and Team Leads. They are front-line professionals who, among other things, investigate Unauthorized Disclosures (UDs) of classified information, Negligent Discharge of Classified Information (NDCI - e.g. data spill), Automated Information System (AIS) misuse, unauthorized media/device in NGA Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Unauthorized Universal Serial Bus (USB) connections, and mishandling or improper handling of classified information. They employ various investigative techniques and use forensic software tools to execute their mission. They do research and analysis, thoroughly document the results of their cases, and produce written reports. They refer investigative findings to Division managers, maintain liaison relationships with assigned customers, and accomplish other duties as assigned within the scope of the Division's established mission. They conduct investigative coordination, information sharing, and liaise with other NGA components, IC partners, and other federal agencies on projects and matters of mutual interest.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Security Investigation

SPECIAL INFO:
As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards.

- U.S. Citizenship

- Security Clearance - Top Secret /Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

- Polygraph & Drug Test

- Direct Deposit

- Trial Period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. We may consider: performance conduct; needs and interests of the agency; and whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government and the efficiency of the Federal service

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to SCI. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, or unescorted access to SCIFs.

Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, or unescorted access to SCIFs.

NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process.

This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. 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 DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must self-identify your eligibility.

Qualifications

MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online resumes must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement:

1. Experience performing criminal investigations, security inquiries, or intelligence analysis supporting Federal, Local, or State agencies.
2. Experience writing investigative reports with appropriate elements within the law enforcement community and/or IC; and collecting evidence in accordance with applicable rules.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of cyber and/or insider threats, foreign intelligence entities and terrorist organizations.
4. Experience briefing program capabilities to senior leaders.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired:

1. Investigative credentials or equivalent; or advanced analytic or investigative training and/or experience.
2. Holds an active Certified Counter Insider Threat Professional - Fundamental's certification.
3. Computer forensics certification from an accredited entity such as: CISSP, CISM, Security+ or equivalent.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. However, a cover letter is recommended. Applicants will have the option to attach a cover letter in the Qualifications - Attachments step of the online application.

APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages:

1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria,

2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates,

3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process.

Military retiree applicants, if selected, may be impacted by the 180-day appointment restrictions of DODI 1402.01. HD personnel will provide additional information if applicable.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education or degree information referenced in the announcement that is relevant. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted.

In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or re-determined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e., retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300). Reemployed annuitants must meet additional selection criteria as outlined in the DODI 1400.25, v300.

All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.

NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at recruitment@nga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

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