What are the responsibilities and job description for the NRO OIG Inspector position at Central Intelligence Agency?
Summary
This is a CIA position that will be assigned to the National Reconnaissance Offices' (NRO) Office of Inspector General (OIG). As a CIA officer working as a part of the NRO OIG you will report to the NRO OIG's Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Inspections and be responsible for conducting systematic and independent inspections and evaluations of the design, implementation, and results of NRO operations, programs, or policies.
Summary
This is a CIA position that will be assigned to the National Reconnaissance Offices' (NRO) Office of Inspector General (OIG). As a CIA officer working as a part of the NRO OIG you will report to the NRO OIG's Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Inspections and be responsible for conducting systematic and independent inspections and evaluations of the design, implementation, and results of NRO operations, programs, or policies.
Overview
Help- Salary
- $136,658 - $180,484 per year
- Pay scale & grade
- GS 13 - 14
- Remote job
- No
- Telework eligible
- No
- Travel Required
- Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
- Relocation expenses reimbursed
- Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
- Appointment type
- Permanent
- Work schedule
- Full-time
- Service
- Excepted
- 0132 Intelligence
- Supervisory status
- No
- Security clearance
- Sensitive Compartmented Information
- Drug test
- Yes
- Position sensitivity and risk
- High Risk (HR)
- National security
- Financial disclosure
- Yes
- Bargaining unit status
- No
- Announcement number
- 26-12851949
- Control number
- 852368000
This job is open to
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Duties
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Help protect your nation by strengthening NRO programs and operations through independent oversight. As an Inspector with the NRO OIG, you will help NRO effectively and efficiently carry out its vital national security mission and promote good stewardship of its resources by helping detect and deter mismanagement, fraud, waste, and abuse.You will work in a team environment within an office setting (no telework) supporting single or multiple inspections and evaluations of NRO's mission. You will:
- Conduct independent inspections and evaluations of NRO operations, programs, or policies, under the direction of the NRO OIG's Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Inspections, in accordance with the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.
- Research and plan projects to develop clear objectives, scope and methodology.
- Identify, collect, and analyze information to develop conclusions, findings, and recommendations.
- Communicate accurate, objective, and timely results verbally, and in writing to various senior stakeholders.
- Follow-up on recommendations to monitor Agency's progress towards implementation.
- Support other NRO OIG functions and initiatives, as required.
Note: This position will be vetted and onboarded as a CIA officer who will be immediately and indefinitely detailed to the NRO, specifically the NRO OIG.
Requirements
HelpConditions of employment
- You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
- You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
- You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
- You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
- You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
- For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/cia-requirements/
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Interested candidates 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 US Constitution. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
The NRO OIG will consider work experience, educational background, and professional certifications in assessing your skills and knowledge to determine eligibility for a specific grade and step. Minimum qualifications include:
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in one of the following areas:
- Space Systems Engineering
- Space and Ground Operations
- Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) or Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Collection Management
- Intelligence Analysis
- Cybersecurity within the IC or Defense Intelligence Enterprise
- Policy and Strategy within the IC or Defense Intelligence Enterprise
- Acquisition/Contracting/Program Management within the IC or Defense Intelligence Enterprise
- Intelligence Oversight
- Federal Oversight
- Ability to learn how to plan, organize, and conduct thorough inspections and evaluations
- Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze applicable Federal laws, regulations, Executive Orders, Presidential Directives, and policies
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends and determine root causes of issues
- Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to elicit information, articulate complex information, collect information from interviews, and tailor the information presented to the audience.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a team environment, including ability to give and receive constructive feedback and work collaboratively under pressure with tight deadlines
- Experience protecting classified and/or sensitive information
- Ability to travel occasionally, both domestically and overseas
- Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree from an accredited university with at least a 3.0 on a 4-point scale
- Experience working for, or with NRO
- Experience conducting inspections and evaluations in accordance with CIGIE Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Project Management Professional, Certified Fraud Examiner)
Education
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with at least a 3.0 on a 4-point scale
Additional information
Candidates 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.
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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 evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.
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.
Review our 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 Documents
HelpFor further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
- Website
- https://cia.gov/careers
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Required Documents
HelpFor further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
HelpThis post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
- Website
- https://cia.gov/careers
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Salary : $136,658 - $180,484