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USAJOBS · 16 hours ago

INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (CYBER)

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency is seeking an Intelligence Operations Specialist (Cyber) to provide expertise in defensive counterintelligence cyber activities. The role involves conducting cyber threat analysis, liaising with law enforcement and intelligence communities, and supporting cybersecurity measures to protect critical information.

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Responsibilities

Conducts defensive Counterintelligence (CI) Cyber activities as delineated in DoD Directive 5240-2 and DoD Instruction S-5240.23 and in accordance with National Counterintelligence Executive (NCIX), DoD and DTRA published standards
Conducts CI Cyber analysis CI Incident Assessments (CIIAs) and operations to detect, deter, and defeat foreign intelligence cyber threats against DTRA information, information systems, and personnel
Routinely collects, analyzes, and disseminates information of value to DTRA, Combat Commanders, Law Enforcement, and the IC, answering information gaps for these customers. Drafts, prepares, and reviews specific operations and intelligence reports
Routinely conducts research and analysis on matters of CI or security concern. Identifies trends and conducts analysis on CI cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Periodically conducts CI and cyber threat assessments of DTRA and DoD facilities and programs worldwide
Provides advice and recommendations, as needed, to improve security measures and protect critical information
Independently plans, prepares and conducts CI and security briefings for DTRA personnel on related cyber matters. Applies knowledge of foreign intelligence and security services (FISS) operations and terrorist modus operandi in formulating briefings and providing recommendations to senior department officials on cyber threats related to their programs. Briefs top level agency officials about issues that could impact the agency's mission, planning or personnel
Establishes and conducts regular liaison with members of law enforcement and intelligence communities to facilitate the exchange of cyber threat information and maintain contacts required to support the mission. Represents DTRA and participates in intra- and inter-agency conferences and symposia
Conducts cyber threat hunting activities in support of defensive CI Cyber mission using tools and datasets; including logging tools, network traffic analyzers, and various information systems logs
Determines the CI involvement resulting from network intrusion events and coordinates with internal and external cyber and CI elements, routinely and as needed
Works closely with cybersecurity entities within DTRA and its partners, such as Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSPs) teams, Information Assurance elements, and other cybersecurity groups to assess cyber-related incidents and threats for CI and foreign intelligence indicators
Provides guidance and recommendations to DTRA IT to deter potential foreign cyber threats to DTRA information and information systems
Extracts, interprets, and analyzes digital evidence from various information systems; including computers, mobile devices, and network assets, using forensic methodology in support of CI activities, assessments, operations, and support to national-level investigative agencies
Supports DTRA Security and Cybersecurity elements in cases involving digital media, information, and network systems; and other cyber-related issues and incidents
Examines and analyzes CI evidence and interprets scientific observations and data to render conclusions, form opinions and produce reports using a full range of electronic search methods and forensic examination techniques

Qualification

Cyber threat huntingDefensive counterintelligenceDigital forensicsCybersecurity operationsIncident assessmentsResearchAnalysisCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Occasional Travel - Travel to perform temporary assignments may be required up to 25% of duty time CONUS/OCONUS
Work Schedule: Full-time
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Tour of Duty: Flexible
Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): GG-13: Exempt
Financial Disclosure: Not Required
Telework Eligibility: This position is an in-person position at facilities located at Fort Belvoir, VA. This position may be eligible for limited, situational telework subject to supervisory approval and not to exceed current Agency guidelines
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance
Overtime/compensatory time may be required to accommodate operational needs of the organization
May be subject to random DoD counterintelligence scope polygraph if assigned to programs or duty locations requiring such
Position is a (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under U.S.C. 1601
Must be a credentialed CI agent or successfully completed a CI credentialing course within one year of appointment per DoD Directive S-5240.02 to obtain DTRA CI Emblem and Credentials
Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter
Valid passport required
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GG/GS-12 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Conducting cyber threat hunting activities in support of defensive CI Cyber mission using tools and dataset as a credentialed CI agent
Managing defensive CI activities in support of cybersecurity operations AND/OR plans and policies
Conducting measures to detect, respond, and/or protect information systems and networks from foreign intelligence threats operating in cyberspace
Applying digital forensics methodologies, tools and techniques used in data recovery, and/or preservation of electronic evidence in support of CI activities

Benefits

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.

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