Economist

This position is part of the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response, Department of Energy. As an Economist, you will be in the Threat Analysis division. Overall, CESER works to strengthen the security and resilience of the U.S. energy sector from cyber, physical, and natural hazard risks and disruptions in collaboration with other Federal agencies, the private sector, and State, local, tribal, and territory governments. Basic Requirement: Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Specialized Experience Requirements: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Designing, running, and modifying quantitative economic models or statistical simulations to analyze market trends, resource changes, or the financial impacts of policies or regulations on an industry, such as energy, utilities, or technology. Assessing physical, cybersecurity, or supply chain risks to critical assets, infrastructure, or business operations, and developing plans to prevent or respond to threat incidents. Interpreting complex laws, government regulations, or industry standards to write and implement internal policy documents, strategic plans, or operational guidelines. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. #J-18808-Ljbffr