Intelligence Operations Specialist

Summary The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Office of Secure Transportation (OST) has the perfect employment opportunity for an Intelligence Operations Specialist (Secondary). In this position you will directly be responsible for supporting the intelligence-based, operationally focused process that consists of the necessary analysis, impact determination and communication of Intelligence and Threat Information pertaining to the secure transportation of these national assets. Responsibilities As an Intelligence Operations Specialist, you will: Utilize a wide variety of sources to develop an intelligence base of information from which to draw inferences and summaries; prepare reports, assessments, materials for publication, statistical summaries and other material concerning the direct support of mission operations; provide forecasts of the level and types of activities that impact law enforcement communities; prepare technical guidelines and procedures for internal use and for user organizations; and support functions associated with characterization of Named Areas of Interest based on assessment, research and communication with appropriate entities internal and external to OST. Conduct threat assessments, incident assessment and awareness, requirements for support from the intelligence community, and support efforts related to OST activities. Interface with OST's Office of Mission Operations for over-the-road mission operations supporting DoW/DoE site liaison, special mission security, and physical security of mission assets. Develops and/or supports the development of various types of daily, operational, and organizational assessments. Routine works with the highest level of classified and other sensitive information. Such information is derived from liaison with multiple intelligence sources at the national level for input into NNSA programs. Information derived from sensitive intelligence must be accurately interpreted and sanitized to assure proper protection of sensitive intelligence source(s) and/or method(s). Establishes, develops, and maintains effective association with national law enforcement, public safety, and military organizations to coordinate intelligence/threat assessments, on behalf of the OST Transportation Safeguards System (TSS). Establishes and maintains liaison with various agencies to deter, prevent, and defeat threats and aggression aimed at OST missions. Maintain contact with senior NNSA management, contractors, and other federal, military, state, and tribal agencies, in the execution, evaluation, review and ratification of intelligence, counterintelligence and counterterrorism activities. Serves on committees and panels representing OST in these critical areas. Develops and conducts subject matter specific training for nuclear material couriers and other employees. Requirements Conditions of Employment Subject to Random Drug Testing Must pass a pre-employment drug test. Favorable suitability determination required. Financial Disclosure is required. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance. You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification. May be required to successfully complete a one (1) year probationary or two (2) year trial period. Employees serving on a probationary or trial period may be terminated at any time during the probationary or trial period for performance, conduct, or business-related reasons in the interest of Federal service. Please limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, you will be disqualified. Probationary periods are required for new employees appointed to competitive service positions for the first time; or reinstated employees who return to Federal service after a break in service of 30-days or more and who have not completed a probationary period will need to complete the requirement. Trial periods are required for all excepted service employees. Trial periods served in the same position and agency with no break in service will satisfy the requirement. Qualifications 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 NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service, i.e., NQ-02, NV-03, or GS-12. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: previous experience as a Federal Agent, having successfully conducted OST mission operations and served as a team leader for federal agent teams. Examples of Specialized Experience: 1. Responsible for the safeguards and security of classified shipments and public safety on a convoy. 2. Direct shipment operations and ensure that all Federal and State Laws, NNSA Orders, and mission requirements were compiled and enforced. 3. Conduct a mobile unit tactical plans. 4. Conduct pre-trip equipment checks (vehicle and personnel). "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. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. All positions require successful completion of a background investigation. All males born after December 31,1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. EEO Policy: Click HERE. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Click HERE. Veterans Information: Click HERE. Telework: Click HERE. Selective Service Registration: Click HERE. Information about the NNSA Demonstration project can be found by clicking HERE. National Nuclear Security Administration