Summary

The National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) leads the nation's effort to protect the United States from terrorism by integrating, analyzing and sharing information to drive whole-of-government action and achieve our national CT objectives.

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent ODNI employees

Duties

Officer will support NCTC's classified counterterrorism intelligence screening support for non-immigrant travel benefit programs through the National Vetting Center, ensuring analysis and responses meet service level agreement (SLA) deadlines in pursuance to National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM)-9.

Officer will review intelligence community reporting, finished products, and raw data to support mission through second person reviews (2PR) of applicants of interest, spot check previously reviewed applicants to ensure findings and final disposition align with thresholds, and review program automation to ensure algorithm is operational and benefits internal review processes.

The officer will enable improvements and growth of the screening & vetting program and mentor and guide junior NCTC officers on identity intelligence tradecraft and best practices.

Perform in-depth all-source research and analysis for specifically defined targets; conduct targeted analysis of known and unknown terrorist personalities, groups, and networks in order to reveal identity attributes for future analytical and watchlisting purposes.

Present findings as appropriate via written products, graphic presentations, or oral briefings.

Develop and produce, under minimal supervisor direction, defined screening intelligence products in support of U.S. screening and vetting policy and national security interests.

Prepare and present sections of written and oral briefings to senior internal and external customers on significant screening intelligence issues.

Develop an understanding of a variety of tools and approaches to gain a comprehensive understanding of known or suspected terrorists (KSTs); incorporate policies, strategies, tactics, techniques, procedures and mechanisms to reveal the true identity of individuals, personas, or groups by analyzing and exploiting data related to sets of specific identity attributes to build the most comprehensive terrorist identity record available to the USG.

Resolve target identities through the integration of biographic, biometric, contextual and behavioral information.

Identify, gather, and extract Identity Intelligence information and perform relational tracing as required to determine relationships, patterns, trends, indicators and warnings that address intelligence gaps.

Communicate regularly with internal and external peers and counterparts to collaborate on intelligence issues and conduct initial assessments of the types of information and circumstances that may create opportunities to pursue joint-targeting activities.

Validate data within terrorist identity records using a variety of traditional and non-traditional intelligence sources.

Identify and correct conflicting and inaccurate data within terrorist identity records, using a variety of traditional and non-traditional intelligence sources.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with counterparts in the CT, Intelligence, Screening & Vetting, and Law Enforcement Communities to support NCTC mission requirements and analytic undertakings and to promote intelligence integration.

Perform independent, targeted research and analysis to identify potential KSTs appropriate for nomination and/or entry into Terrorist Identities Datamart Environment (TIDE) and US Government watchlisting databases.

Identify CT intelligence gaps pertaining to terrorist identities and prepare requirements for, and implement methodologies to collect, required information to fill the gaps.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be a current permanent ODNI employee.

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

Basic knowledge of the National Vetting Enterprise and screening and vetting activities.

Thorough knowledge of terrorist identities, analysis, compilation, and dissemination, coupled with extensive knowledge of associated databases and identity targeting processes.

Thorough knowledge of traditional and nontraditional information resources, particularly current or projected collection systems and data sources for analysis; basic knowledge of selected analytic tools (link analysis, data integration, geographic information systems).

Ability to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information and requirements; basic ability to support group decisions, accept and incorporate feedback, and solicit opinions from coworkers.

Thorough knowledge of IC organizations, policies, and procedures, and their requirements with regard to terrorist identities intelligence research, and analysis.

Thorough knowledge of the mission, charter, roles, and responsibilities of the ODNI, IC, and USG agencies, and how these organizations can effectively integrate their terrorist identities analysis capabilities.

Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.

Ability to research and logically analyze, synthesize, and judge information, as well as the ability to review and incorporate multiple sources of information in performing assignments.

Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including an ability to work effectively within an interagency environment on complex issues requiring negotiation and consensus-building.

Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Education: Bachelor's degree in subject matter area, or closely related discipline, or two to three years of related work experience.

Desired Requirements:

Depending upon assignment, may require Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) Certification.

Additional information

Reasonable Accommodations:

The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodations Officer by classified email at dni_reasonable_accommodation_wma@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI_DRA@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-275-3900 or by FAX at 703-275-1217. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY.

The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  A complete application package must include:
  
  a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
  
  b. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the position number on each document submitted.
  
  c. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  Internal ODNI Cadre Candidates must submit an application through the classified JobsDNI website.
  
  For current employees who do not currently have access to internal systems {due to extenuating circumstances, applications should be sent to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies-Mailbox@cia.ic.gov (classified email system) or vacancies@odni.gov (unclassified email system)
  
  Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK/NORFORN level.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Vacancy Team ODNI
  
  Email
  
  Vacancies@odni.gov
  
  Address
  
  DIRECTORATE OF IDENTITY OF INTELLIGENCE
  
  Director Of National Intelligence
  
  Washington, DC 20511
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

A complete application package must include:

a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.

b. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the position number on each document submitted.

c. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Internal ODNI Cadre Candidates must submit an application through the classified JobsDNI website.

For current employees who do not currently have access to internal systems {due to extenuating circumstances, applications should be sent to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies-Mailbox@cia.ic.gov (classified email system) or vacancies@odni.gov (unclassified email system)

Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK/NORFORN level.

Agency contact information

Vacancy Team ODNI

Email

Vacancies@odni.gov

Address

DIRECTORATE OF IDENTITY OF INTELLIGENCE

Director Of National Intelligence

Washington, DC 20511

US

Next steps

The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request