Acquisition Program Analyst

Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Enterprise Services, Immediate Office of Executive Assistant Commissioner, Acquisition Portfolio Management Directorate, located in Indianapolis, IN or Washington DC. Additional selections may be made for other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above. Duties In this position you will provide day‑to‑day program management support, assisting in setting priorities and integrating the efforts of multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders. The APA serves as a key point of contact for internal and external inquiries, supporting policy compliance and providing technical advice to senior staff. The incumbent also assists in contract administration and program integration, supporting contractor management and ensuring alignment of technical and program requirements. You will contribute to ensure acquisitions are successfully planned, programmed, budgeted, analyzed, and executed in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines. This position starts at a salary of $121,785.00 (GS‑13, Step 1) to $158,322.00 (GS‑13, Step 10). GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the “Rest of United States” pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. Developing and refining comprehensive acquisition strategies, plans, and metrics for programs with lifecycle values up to $300 million, ensuring alignment with agency goals and objectives from concept through operations. Managing day‑to‑day program execution support by applying expert knowledge of acquisition management concepts, IT systems engineering lifecycles, and risk management processes to track milestones, monitor performance, and analyze critical program issues. Engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, oversight organizations, and multidisciplinary teams, to gather information, represent program interests, and ensure compliance with acquisition policies and procedures. Administering and overseeing contracts by supporting contractor management, reviewing technical evaluations, analyzing performance metrics, and serving as a certified Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for assigned acquisition programs. Providing technical advice, guidance, and mentorship to junior acquisition staff and program analysts, fostering professional development and ensuring the integration of IT requirements into program strategies for successful outcomes. Requirements You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service. Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below). All pre‑employment processes will be conducted in English. You may be required to pass a background investigation. CBP follows the DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures. As an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees, and to CBP employees specifically, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty, these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity to ensure such employment or business activity is not prohibited and does not interfere or conflict with performance of your official duties. Please review further details via the following link. DHS uses E‑Verify, an internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E‑Verify including your rights and responsibilities. Financial Disclosure is required. Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under the bargaining unit. Qualifications Specialized Experience Assisting in developing acquisition strategies and plans for complex programs, identifying issues, and proposing solutions. Supporting program management activities, tracking milestones, monitoring performance, and analyzing schedule, budget, and risk data. Coordinating stakeholder engagement, preparing management responses, and ensuring compliance with acquisition policies. Participating in contract administration, monitoring contractor performance, and assisting with contract documentation and evaluations. Providing technical guidance and analytical support to senior staff on acquisition planning and program integration. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). 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. Must: Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 06/22/2026. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last five years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non‑career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation: CBP is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non‑prescribed controlled substances. Education Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position. Additional Information Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request an RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case‑by‑case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here. Veterans, Military Spouses, Peace Corps/VISTA Volunteers, and people with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility and to understand what documentation would be required with your application, please click on the appropriate link below. You must provide documentation supporting your eligibility prior to the closing date of this announcement. Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under the bargaining unit. Additional Hiring and Special Appointing Authorities See “THIS JOB IS OPEN TO” section above for what additional Appointing Authorities may apply. Veterans, military spouses, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and people with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. Accessible Document Requisition Peace Corps and VISTA Land Management Hiring Flexibility Act: The following documents are required at the time of application: SF‑50s to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility requirements and the most recent performance rating signed by your supervisor or a statement from your supervisor documenting acceptable performance. Other miscellaneous hiring authorities. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Customs and Border Protection