Intelligence Operations Specialist
These Intelligence Operations Specialist positions are located in the Vetting Analysis Division/Encounter Analysis Branch, Intelligence and Analysis (I & A), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Encounter Analysis Branch is responsible for enhancing the security of the aviation transportation system by analyzing TSA's encounter with known or suspected terrorists or those individuals who may be considered a potential threat to national security. Duties include, but are not limited to:
Skill in conducting intelligence research using various open source resources as well as the following types of applications, products and databases:
Terrorist Identities Datamart Environment (TIDE), Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB), Advanced Targeting System (ATS), Lexis Nexis and Accurint. Performs complex analysis of encounters with known or suspected terrorists and assesses the potential risk or threat these individuals pose to the transportation system based upon current intelligence, threat reporting and/or other derogatory data. Advanced technical knowledge of intelligence collection, analysis, evaluation, interpretation and operations to plan and accomplish intelligence assignments and to develop plans and techniques to improve intelligence operations, policies and programs. Evaluates incoming intelligence reports and derogatory information, identifies key and emerging issues and highlights topics of interest while providing recommendations to improve procedures. Prepares intelligence products for TSA personnel and intelligence, screening and law enforcement organizations. Performs Analysis to discover links between known or suspected terrorists and individuals applying for or possessing credentials which allow access to critical transportation infrastructure. To qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-12), one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SV-G Pay Band or GS-11 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience includes:
Applying knowledge of automated systems (e.g., Automated Passenger Information System (APIS), Passenger Name Records (PNR), and aviation passenger reservation systems and databases) to analyze and interpret intelligence information; applying knowledge of international or domestic terrorist organizations and their capabilities, tactics, techniques, and procedures, and aviation transportation security policies and procedures governing the vetting of air passengers against terrorist watch lists; and performing intelligence and open source research and analysis in support of homeland security and transportation security issues using various databases (e.g., Lotus Notes, TSA Selectee/No-Fly Search HTML Database, WebEOC Incident Tracker and TIDE). National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience):
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Resumes must include the following:
Narrative description of duties with start and end dates (including the month and year) for work experience. State the number of hours worked in a position (i.e. full-time or part-time). If part-time, state the total number of hours worked per week. Performance level (i.e. band or grade) You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Skill in conducting intelligence research using various open source resources as well as the following types of applications, products and databases:
Terrorist Identities Datamart Environment (TIDE), Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB), Advanced Targeting System (ATS), Lexis Nexis and Accurint. Performs complex analysis of encounters with known or suspected terrorists and assesses the potential risk or threat these individuals pose to the transportation system based upon current intelligence, threat reporting and/or other derogatory data. Advanced technical knowledge of intelligence collection, analysis, evaluation, interpretation and operations to plan and accomplish intelligence assignments and to develop plans and techniques to improve intelligence operations, policies and programs. Evaluates incoming intelligence reports and derogatory information, identifies key and emerging issues and highlights topics of interest while providing recommendations to improve procedures. Prepares intelligence products for TSA personnel and intelligence, screening and law enforcement organizations. Performs Analysis to discover links between known or suspected terrorists and individuals applying for or possessing credentials which allow access to critical transportation infrastructure. To qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-12), one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SV-G Pay Band or GS-11 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience includes:
Applying knowledge of automated systems (e.g., Automated Passenger Information System (APIS), Passenger Name Records (PNR), and aviation passenger reservation systems and databases) to analyze and interpret intelligence information; applying knowledge of international or domestic terrorist organizations and their capabilities, tactics, techniques, and procedures, and aviation transportation security policies and procedures governing the vetting of air passengers against terrorist watch lists; and performing intelligence and open source research and analysis in support of homeland security and transportation security issues using various databases (e.g., Lotus Notes, TSA Selectee/No-Fly Search HTML Database, WebEOC Incident Tracker and TIDE). National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience):
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Resumes must include the following:
Narrative description of duties with start and end dates (including the month and year) for work experience. State the number of hours worked in a position (i.e. full-time or part-time). If part-time, state the total number of hours worked per week. Performance level (i.e. band or grade) You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
- Department:
0132 Intelligence - Salary Range:
$52,700 to $99,586 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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