Deputy Chief, Deployment and Identity Services Center - Senior/Expert Level

National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)

  • Chantilly, VA
  • $2,024 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
  • Apply easily
WE ARE THE NROFor sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired, launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for America’s advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content on the planet.Learn more at .Basic Eligibility for a Position with the NRO
  • You must be a U.S. Citizen
  • You must be 18 years of age or older
  • You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
  • You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing
  • You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations
Where You Will WorkThe Deployment and Identity Services Center is responsible for the NRO portfolio on all matters concerning the assessment, development and coordination of Identity Management support to NRO personnel, facilities, and operations. Primarily responsible for leading a team of Identity Management professionals who develop plans and policy documents regarding DoD Identity Management on behalf of the NRO. Work directly with the executive leadership of DoD Components, and Federal Departments and Agencies on all matters concerning Identity Management activities. Liaise with counterparts in other NRO Directorates, Defense Agencies, services, national agencies, and Intelligence Community elements on a wide range of Identity Management policies, oversight, assessments, plan development and coordination. Participates in working groups within the NRO, DoD, and the IC. Serve as primary interface to assist NRO Directorates/Offices/Programs with development and implementation of Identity Management plans and all associated support activities.The NRO Cadre is collecting resumes for consideration against current and future opportunities for Senior/Expert Level (GG-14), Deputy Chief, Deployment and Identity Services Center, Occupational Series 0340. For information on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) occupational series, click .Your resume may be considered for other positions which your skills and experience may be a good match.This is a full-time position that is open from April 15th, 2024 to April 29th, 2024. Resumes must be submitted by 11:59pm EST on April 29th, 2024.Who May Apply
  • This position is open to the public.
  • Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.
  • Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.
  • The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.
What You Will Be Doing
  • Serve as the Deputy Chief to the Senior Identity Management official for the NRO portfolio on all matters concerning the assessment, development, and coordination of Identity Management support to protect NRO personnel, facilities, and operations. Directly supervise a team of three DoD officers and contractor personnel. Support the DISC Chief in leading a multiagency team of officers with diverse skill sets in developing, executing and managing NRO’s Identity Management program. Primarily responsible for authoring and staffing Identity Management plans, training, and policy documents on behalf of the NRO.
  • Coordinate directly with executive leadership of DoD components, and Federal Departments and Agencies on all matters concerning Identity Management activities for the NRO.
  • Collaborate with community stakeholders on a wide range of substantive Identity Management areas including due diligence and risk assessments, strategy, policy, development, coordination, and common training standards.
  • Develop authority statements, policies, and recommendations for sensitive support activities that require the approval of the Director, NRO (DNRO) and develops guidance on behalf of the DNRO that will protect NRO personnel, facilities, and operations.
  • Assess NRO Directorate/Office/Program requests for Identity Management support. Works closely with the Office of Security and Counterintelligence to conduct assessments and make determinations on the need for formal Identity Management plans.
What You Need
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a diverse team comprised of government civilian personnel and contractors in a complex mission environment.
  • Knowledge of policy, regulations, and procedures in the areas of Identity Management and Sensitive Support involving DoD civilians, U.S. Military, contractors, and NDFDA officers
  • Knowledge and skill in developing and writing complex support plans that involve significant coordination among multiple DoD components and IC agencies
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate complex issues effectively with people at all levels of leadership and ability to give effective oral presentations at levels appropriate to different target audiences.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and management skills to conceptualize and effectively lead complex analytic projects with limited supervision
  • Ability to work independently within a structured team in a highly dynamic environment
  • Critical thinking, self-initiation and complex problem-solving skills
Desired Qualifications
  • Relevant training and/or certifications through the Joint Counterintelligence Training Activity (JCITA)
  • Knowledge of DoD and Intelligence Community (IC) organizations, missions, policies, and processes
Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform and is typically in or directly related to the duties of the position as described above. Experience must be reflected in your resume.Other Information
  • Overtime Statement: MAY be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Travel Statement: MAY be required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • Financial Disclosure: Required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
LocationChantilly, VASalary2024 salary range for the Washington, DC area:GG-14: $139,395 - $181,216**This position is a Senior/Expert Level DCIPS position. The NRO is accepting applications from U.S. Citizens and current federal government employees for this position. To qualify for the position, federal government employees MUST currently be at the GG-14 grade level and may ONLY apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade level and step. Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.Hiring IncentivesThe NRO may offer hiring incentives and other entitlements at management’s discretion.Trial PeriodAll new will be required to serve a 2-year trial period.Veterans’ PreferenceDoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility upon request.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.Reasonable Accommodation PolicyFederal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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