Chief Security National Assessments Program - Bethesda, Maryland

Job Summmary

The mission of the National Counterintelligence & Security Center is to lead and support the U.S. Government's counterintelligence (CI) and security activities critical to protecting our nation; provide CI outreach to U.S. private sector entities at risk of foreign intelligence penetration; and issue public warnings regarding intelligence threats to the U.S.

Who can apply

1. Federal employees - Competitive service
2. Federal employees - Excepted service
3. Internal to an agency - appears on USAJOBS

Job Duties

The mission of the National Counterintelligence & Security Center is to lead and support the U.S. Government's counterintelligence (CI) and security activities critical to protecting our nation; provide CI outreach to U.S. private sector entities at risk of foreign intelligence penetration; and issue public warnings regarding intelligence threats to the U.S. The DNI established the Security National Assessments Program to strengthen programs and provide Executive Branch departments and agencies the opportunity to address issues or concerns regarding personnel security processes. The selected candidate will lead the Security National Assessments Branch in carrying out SecEA oversight responsibility by conducting assessments of Executive Branch departments and agencies personnel security programs, reporting both accomplishments and deficiencies in order to strengthen national security programs. Specific responsibilities and duties include: Manage and lead the Security Assessments Branch, comprised of ODNI cadre, joint duty detailees, and contractors. Provide guidance to cadre and detailee officers and develop their knowledge, skills and abilities. Provide growth opportunities to develop new skills. Manage and lead the development of vital security reform projects or programs and develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of personnel security processes. Manage, lead, and/or oversee complex projects or programs that implement the DNI's executive branch-wide responsibilities as the Security Executive Agent (SecEA), in accordance with Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act, Executive Order 13467, as amended, and other applicable statues and policies. Drive vital security clearance reform projects or programs such as modernizing security processes, aligning personnel security policies and process and supporting insider threat and counterintelligence (CI) programs. These projects and programs may include ill-defined requirements, ambiguity, parallel tasks, multiple dependencies, high risks, and multiple interfaces. Plan activities throughout the life of the projects. Oversee the management of the SecEA National Assessments Program (SNAP) and quality assurance efforts by effectively monitoring cost, schedule, and performance, assessing variances; taking necessary corrective action; providing guidance on project performance, project documentation and required next steps. Ensure the Security Assessments Branch meets customer expectations and delivers quality personnel security and clearance reform guidance, products and services. Provide oversight to project teams of security professionals, both government and contract, to ensure project is completed on time. Assign work to branch members ensuring effective utilization of resources and delivery of quality and timely products. Hold team members accountable for their assignments by effectively communicating needs and requirements. Oversee the development and communication of project plans and schedules for both internal and external partners/stakeholders. Ensure a risk-management approach that considers resources and capabilities and is utilized when identifying and mitigating project risks. Present findings, conclusions, options, and recommendations to ODNI senior management and external agency stakeholders, as appropriate. Serve as a member on interagency committees or in national security organizations involved in reviewing, analyzing, developing and issuing national policy directives and drafting legislation affecting security policies and programs throughout the Government and private sectors. Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Must be a current permanent ODNI employee. OR Must be a current permanent Federal employee Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity* The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.

Qualification

Mandatory Requirements: A minimum of seven years of personnel security experience. Superior ability to successfully develop and manage personnel and resources. Expert knowledge of general security administration programs and mastery of one or more security specialties (e.g. sensitive compartmented information, personnel security, technical security, operations security). Expert knowledge of IC, CIA, and ODNI security regulations, policies, and procedures in order to address and resolve ODNI security issues, violations, and questions. Expert ability to develop and effectively manage a complex security program, assess customer requirements, identify dependencies, and manage and mitigate risks. Expert program management, analytic, and critical thinking skills, including a superior ability to conduct security program assessments, identify needs and requirements, and develop process improvement recommendations for the successful implementation of ODNI's security programs. Superior ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex information in a clear, concise manner that is targeted to and meets the needs of diverse audiences with different perspectives and objectives. Superior ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment, mentor junior colleagues, and utilize strong organizational and interpersonal problem solving skills. Superior ability to establish regular contact with high-level internal and external resources and customers, supplying or seeking information on security programs and issues; superior use of tact when expressing ideas or opinions to senior leaders, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Superior ability to listen to, clarify, and convey an understanding of others' ideas, comments, and questions, and integrate and build upon diverse opinions in a manner that encourages the formation of integrated solutions and positions. Expert ability to direct taskings, assess and manage performance, collaborate on goal setting, and support personal and professional development of all levels of personnel.

Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Additional information

Job Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C. area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. Salary Determination: A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at their current grade and salary. Other Information REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Office Representative by classified email at [email protected], by unclassified email at [email protected], 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 EEOD 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 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.

Document Requires:-

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 announcement number in the subject line on each document submitted. c. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide your official most recent SF-50 (i.e., dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement.) SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" is used to verify to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position. d. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a professional narrative as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed. e. WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT: Applicants from federal agencies must provide written endorsement from the employing agency concurring with the detail. Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

How to appy this Job

We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. This post is for viewing purposes only. 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 [email protected] (classified email system) or [email protected] (unclassified email system) Detailee Candidates from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website. ONLY applicants from federal agencies outside the IC should send their complete application package to either [email protected] (classified email system) or [email protected] (unclassified email system). Applicants experiencing technical issues may submit their application via email to either email system. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level. APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume: - Social Security Number (SSN) - Photos of yourself - Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. - Encrypted and digitally signed documents Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.

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Next Step after Apply

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 60 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.