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MENU Sign inNEWMy jobsProfileResumes & documentsSearch preferencesNotifications NEWSign outMy jobsProfileResumes & documentsNotifications NEWSearch preferencesSign outEventsHelp CenterSearch Keywords Location or Remote Search Search tips Back to resultsApplyIntelligence Research SpecialistDepartment of Homeland SecurityDepartment of Homeland Security - Agency WideApply Print Share Save Summary This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply Summary1-year non-reimbursable assignmentU.S. Customs and Border ProtectionIntelligence Research SpecialistSeries Requested 0132Security Clearance Top SecretSCIVirtualRemote NoOnly current full-time federal employees are eligible.Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selectionclosing date.This is a Detail not a Developmental Rotation.Supervisory approval form must be signed.Summary1-year non-reimbursable assignmentU.S. Customs and Border ProtectionIntelligence Research SpecialistSeries Requested 0132Security Clearance Top SecretSCIVirtualRemote NoOnly current full-time federal employees are eligible.Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selectionclosing date.This is a Detail not a Developmental Rotation.Supervisory approval form must be signed.OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates 09082025 to 03082026 Salary91430 to - 161448 per year Pay scale & gradeGS 12 - 13Locations Boston MA 5 vacancies Baltimore MD 5 vacancies Newark NJ 5 vacancies Albany NY 5 vacanciesShow morefewer locations 2 Buffalo NY 5 vacancies New York NY 5 vacanciesRemote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typeDetailWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNone Job family Series 0132 Intelligence Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceTop SecretDrug testNoFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberJDP-12796832-25-DJControl number845309600This job is open toHelpFederal employees - Competitive service Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales. Federal employees - Excepted service Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules pay scales and evaluation criteria. Clarification from the agencyThis detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. Ifyou are not a current federal civilian employee you will not be eligible for this position. DHS Joint Duty Assignments do not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.DutiesHelp These positions are with the Department of Homeland Security within U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Intelligence Northeast Regional Intelligence Center located in Albany NY Baltimore MD Boston MA Buffalo NY New York NY Newark NJ.These positions are non-reimbursable and will be used to staff key positions.These are 1-yr non-reimburseable positions woption an to extend 1-yr.Responsibilities- Incumbent is responsible for tactical operational and strategic level all-source analysis of classified and unclassified reporting on all-threats in all operational environments in the NE RIC AoR.- Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external partners on the development of finished intelligence and products.- Ensure that all intelligence analytical processes align with all pertinent CBP legal authorities policies and guidelines and complies with accepted standards including those established by the CBP Intelligence Enterprise Key Intelligence Officials.- Contribute to short and long term planning and use intelligence processes and methods to support threat prioritization.- Through systematic and comprehensive research identify and evaluate the adversarial capabilities composition and nature of the threat posed by the adversary. In addition assess the impact to CBPs mission and assist in formulating potential courses of action for threat mitigation.- Produces finished intelligence products and briefings that inform CBP and IC stakeholders on all threats in the NE RIC AoR. In addition produce or assist in the production of intelligence products that inform CBP and IC stakeholders on all trends threats and address intelligence gaps.- Establish and maintain a close working relationship with regional and national-level counterparts on CI matters to promote unity of effort and synergy throughout the whole of government. RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentMust be a current permanent Federal employeeMust have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. DHS 250-2 Application Form under required documents section.Must NOT have any pendingoutstanding disciplinary actionsMust have achieved a minimum of meet expectationsproficiency on latest performance appraisalevaluationMust be currently at the grade level of the detail. No Temporary Promotion OpportunityThe program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.QualificationsPlease read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your applicationIt is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement.Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following informationJob Title Include series and grade of Federal JobDuties Be specific in describing your dutiesName of Federal agencySupervisor name email and phone numberStart and end dates including month and year e.g. June 2007 to April 2008EducationEDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION There is no educational substitution for this position. Additional informationDHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.If the position requires a security clearance employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position.Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDAComplete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include Phase 1 Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA.Phase 2 Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA.Phase 3 Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.ExpandHide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsHelp A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How you will be evaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications your experience education and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge skills and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment.If you are among the best qualified you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation a determination will be made. You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. Note DHS continues to take necessary steps to keep our workforce safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If you receive a final Joint Duty Assignment offer to onboard please complete the onboarding requirements andor forms and submit them electronically in an expeditious manner. Your start date may be delayed if the action above is not completed.BenefitsHelp A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.Required documentsRequired DocumentsHelp1. Resume Do not include any personally identifiable information PII i.e. home address social security number or date of birth. Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the Qualifications section.2. SF-50 Submit a copy of your official SF-50 no text version or other official Notification of Personnel Action document which shows the following informationYour appointment in the Federal serviceTenureGrade and StepFull performance levelIf your SF-50s does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification you will be found ineligible for the position.3. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 03082026 to receive consideration.To begin click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents and complete the questionnaire.Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete log into your USAJOBS account httpsmy.usajobs.govAccountLogin select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application the documentation received and processed and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume andor other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. Agency contact informationDHS Joint Duty ProgramEmailJointDutyProgramOfficehq.dhs.govAddress Department of Homeland Security Headquarters OCHCOHRMSMS 01706595 Springfield Center Drive Springfield VA 20598-0170 US Next stepsOnce you submit your application we will assess your experience and training identify the best qualified applicants and refer those applications to the selecting official for further consideration and a possible interview. We will notify you by email at various stages in the process. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status log on to your USAJOBS account click on Application Status and then click More Information. We expect to make a final JDA offer within 90 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected we will conduct a suitabilitysecurity background investigation.Telework Telework eligibility is based on the needs of the office and is subject to change.Additional information pertaining to your interest and availability for this position may be needed after the closing date of the Joint Duty Assignment vacancy announcement therefore a timely response to these requests must be adhered to in order to remain in consideration.Fair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required DocumentsHelp1. Resume Do not include any personally identifiable information PII i.e. home address social security number or date of birth. Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the Qualifications section.2. SF-50 Submit a copy of your official SF-50 no text version or other official Notification of Personnel Action document which shows the following informationYour appointment in the Federal serviceTenureGrade and StepFull performance levelIf your SF-50s does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification you will be found ineligible for the position.3. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 03082026 to receive consideration.To begin click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents and complete the questionnaire.Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete log into your USAJOBS account httpsmy.usajobs.govAccountLogin select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application the documentation received and processed and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume andor other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.ExpandHide how to applyAgency contact informationDHS Joint Duty ProgramEmailJointDutyProgramOfficehq.dhs.govAddress Department of Homeland Security Headquarters OCHCOHRMSMS 01706595 Springfield Center Drive Springfield VA 20598-0170 US Next stepsOnce you submit your application we will assess your experience and training identify the best qualified applicants and refer those applications to the selecting official for further consideration and a possible interview. We will notify you by email at various stages in the process. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status log on to your USAJOBS account click on Application Status and then click More Information. We expect to make a final JDA offer within 90 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected we will conduct a suitabilitysecurity background investigation.Telework Telework eligibility is based on the needs of the office and is subject to change.Additional information pertaining to your interest and availability for this position may be needed after the closing date of the Joint Duty Assignment vacancy announcement therefore a timely response to these requests must be adhered to in order to remain in consideration.ExpandHide next stepsFair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Additional locations Buffalo NY 5 vacancies New York NY 5 vacanciesSummary1-year non-reimbursable assignmentU.S. Customs and Border ProtectionIntelligence Research SpecialistSeries Requested 0132Security Clearance Top SecretSCIVirtualRemote NoOnly current full-time federal employees are eligible.Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selectionclosing date.This is a Detail not a Developmental Rotation.Supervisory approval form must be signed.OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates 09082025 to 03082026 Salary91430 to - 161448 per year Pay scale & gradeGS 12 - 13Locations Boston MA 5 vacancies Baltimore MD 5 vacancies Newark NJ 5 vacancies Albany NY 5 vacanciesShow morefewer locations 2 Buffalo NY 5 vacancies New York NY 5 vacanciesRemote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typeDetailWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNone Job family Series 0132 Intelligence Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceTop SecretDrug testNoFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberJDP-12796832-25-DJControl number845309600 Previous resultNext result Your session is about to expire Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in 8 minutes. 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