Job title: Data Analytics Division Chief
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryThe National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) leads the nation’s effort to protect the United States from terrorism by integrating, analyzing and sharing information to drive whole-of-government action and achieve our national CT objectives.Overview
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Open & closing dates07/17/2024 to 08/01/2024This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.Salary$163,964 – $191,900 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 15Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel Required25% or less – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusYesSecurity clearanceDrug testYesAnnouncement number24-12484702-DNI/NCTC/DIControl number800355100This job is open toClarification from the agencyOpen to current and former Federal employees with competitive or excepted status; and all U.S. Citizens. Former members of the Peace Corps may be considered for ODNI employment only if five full years have elapsed since separation from the Peace Corps.DutiesMajor Duties and Responsibilities:The National Counterterrorism Center’s Directorate of Intelligence Data Analysis Group (DAG) is seeking a highly motivated and creative officer to lead its Data Analytics Division, ensuring that its data science and data analytic projects capitalize on NCTC’s unique data accesses and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) capabilities to meet the highest standards of tradecraft.The division chief will work closely with counterparts across NCTC and the IC to develop and sustain partnerships with both internal and external customers and stakeholders, providing tailored analytic support, as needed. Leverage relationships with partners to improve access to data and deliver enhanced analytic insights.Lead the Center’s data science and analytic projects to include the DI’s methodological assessment on International Terrorists Threats to the United States and US Persons and Facilities Overseas, the Ares dataset of terrorist violent events, the Ledger dataset of terrorist financial transactions, and other sophisticated AI/ML and data analytic programs.Provide expert guidance and leadership to multiple teams in the production of well-crafted sophisticated, complex analytic finished intelligence products on sometimes controversial or particularly difficult issues in support of United States (US) foreign policy and national security objectives; review final analytic products, written and oral, for clarity, organization, accuracy, and logic; effectively explain highly complex concepts and results to non-expert customers and tailor products to correspond to customer needs.Lead and direct teams in or more areas of analytic expertise in substantive analytic and management operations; plan, coordinate, and oversee work in a manner consistent with fulfilling organizational directives and accomplishing mission goals.Lead and direct multiple teams in the gathering of political, social, cultural, economic, military, scientific, and historical information in support of US interests and policy objectives; guide teams in the development and identification of highly relevant information from internal and external sources to meet client needs.Set priorities and drive programs to ensure senior Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) officials are prepared for policy meetings throughout the Intelligence Community (IC) and US Government (USG).Develop and maintain working relationships with senior ODNI officials and, as necessary, principals throughout the intelligence and policy communities; identify issues and developments with internal and external peers, communicating regularly to exchange subject information.Develop the substantive analytic and management skills of subordinate employees and supervisors and contribute to the broader corporate mission of the organization.Serve as the primary approver for the allocation of resources including but not limited to training, travel, and contracts; advise senior leadership on resource needs for the entire unit.Evaluate and develop first-line supervisors; serve as a substantive supervisory and analytic resource, teaching and guiding team chiefs; provide substantive feedback to include career development counseling and skills development.Other duties, as assigned.RequirementsConditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States
- Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI)
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.
QualificationsMandatory Requirements:Expert knowledge of area of political, cultural, social, historical, economic, military and diplomatic traits and behaviors of specific country, region, or transnational issue.Expert knowledge of analytic tradecraft and the customer base for a specified region, function, or transnational issue.Expert knowledge of current and projected analytic capabilities and key US foreign policy and national security objectives for specified region or function.Expert analytic and critical thinking skills, including superior to think strategically; superior ability to effectively express complex, multi-discipline ideas and insights verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences up to and including senior leadership.Superior ability to remain open-minded and change judgments on the basis of new information and requirements, perform multiple tasks and change focus quickly as demands change, and support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers.Expert ability to stay informed on current foreign political trends and developments and to work effectively in open source environment; as required, proficiency in a relevant foreign language.Expert knowledge of IC policy and procedures as well as an expert ability to maintain and develop contacts within ODNI and the intelligence and policy communities for purposes of exchanging information.Expert ability to direct taskings, assess and manage performance, collaborate on goal setting, and support personal and professional development.Desired Requirements:Generally, twelve or more years of related work experience.Bachelor’s degree in subject matter area, or closely related disciplineEducationBachelor’s DegreeAdditional informationJob Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C., area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview.Salary Determination:The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to GS employees on the basis of individual qualifications, experience, and performance.
Individuals whose current GS grade is equivalent to the grade of the advertised position will retain their current grade and step.
Individuals who transfer to the ODNI from a non-GS pay scale will have base pay converted to the appropriate GS grade and step as determined by the Director/ Human Resource Management.On occasional instances when a current federal civilian employee applies for an ODNI position that is a lower grade than his or her personal grade, the candidate’s personal grade will be downgraded to the grade of the advertised ODNI position and pay will be set at the step that is closest to but not less than the employee’s current annual base rate of pay, not to exceed the maximum rate (i.e., step 10) of the GS grade to which assigned.Relocation Expenses: For new ODNI employees, reimbursement for relocation is discretionary based on availability of funds.Reasonable Accommodations:
The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodations Officer by classified email at dni_reasonable_accommodation_wma@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI_DRA@dni.gov, 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.
- 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. .
Expected salary: $163964 – 191900 per year
Location: McLean, VA
Job date: Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:37:42 GMT
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