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Engagement Officer - Entry to Expert (Maryland)

Department of Defense

National Security Agency/Central Security Service

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Summary

Engagement Officers engage with internal and external stakeholders to deliver products; protect assets - for example: make procurements; influence policy; protect, develop and acquire human resources; develop partnerships; and share and receive knowledge.

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Summary

Engagement Officers engage with internal and external stakeholders to deliver products; protect assets - for example: make procurements; influence policy; protect, develop and acquire human resources; develop partnerships; and share and receive knowledge.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

many vacancies in the following location:

Fort Meade, MD

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Salary $57,736 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade

GG 2 - 15

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0132 Intelligence

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number 1261976 Control number 886496000

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Engagement Officers responsibilities include:

• Developing, nurturing, and/or negotiating relationships with the Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), Industry and foreign partners.
• Operating in a collaborative and responsive environment, maximizing dynamic partner capabilities.
• Assessing stakeholder needs and identifying capabilities to address those needs.
• Providing timely and effective support and information sharing within appropriate legal authorities.
• Researching, planning, implementing, and evaluating media engagements, public communication campaigns, and other external communication and engagement efforts.
• Analyze the news and social media information environment for risk factors that may affect an organizations operations or reputation.
• Engage externally to represent the agency in a Public Affairs capacity across U.S. government partners, members of the news media and public.
• Identifying the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization and responding accordingly.

The Agency is currently hiring Engagement Officer to specialize in:

• Foreign Affairs
• National Affairs
• Knowledge Management
• COMSEC
• Public Affairs
• Cryptologic Engagement
• Commercial Engagement
• Operational Integration
• Academic Engagement

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Conditions of employment

• All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564

Qualifications

ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL

Entry is with high school diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associates degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelors degree and no experience.

FULL PERFORMANCE

Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associates degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelors degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Masters degree plus 1 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience.

SENIOR

Entryis with a high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associates degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelors degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Masters degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.

EXPERT

Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 13 years of relevant experience, or an Associates degree plus 11 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelors degree plus 9 years of relevant experience, or a Masters degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years of relevant experience.

Education

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

A degree in any field is acceptable. Relevant experience must include one or more of the following: NSA/IC/DoW; Communications; Public Affairs; development, delivery, or interpretation of technical products; cybersecurity or threat intelligence work; program, account or project management; business; cryptology; establishing strategic partnerships (foreign or domestic, industry, academic, governmental); diplomacy; foreign affairs; foreign policy.

Successful completion of the Defense Information School (DINFOS) Public Affairs & Communications Strategy Qualification (PACS-Q) Course can count for 1 year of experience..

Additional information

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.

Salary Range: $57,736 - $197,200 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance, Senior, Expert) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.

Training will be provided based on the selectees needs and experience. Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).

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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.

Benefits

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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 evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and who possesses strong communication (oral and written), problem-solving, analytic, interpersonal skills, and is:

• Customer and results oriented.
• Able to negotiate with and influence others

. - Able to build relationships across the Agency and with external stakeholders, as appropriate.

• Able to work effectively (independently and/or within teams) across functional areas in a collaborative environment.
• Able to take action in highly complex situations

. - Detail-oriented.

• Able to manage multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverables.
• Able to identify, manage and resolve conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner

. - Accountable.

• Adaptable. Preferred qualifications for one of the Engagement Officer focus areas include the following:
• 3+ years of experience supporting Joint, Service and Inter-Agency planning processes (CONPLANs, OPLANs, Campaign Plans) and/or planning processes that support the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) in order to meet Command, Service, and Agency training objectives.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of structure, functions, capabilities, and products related to assigned Combatant Commands (CCMD) or military units.
• Experience supporting Joint, Service and Inter-Agency processes in order to understand and support the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) including exercise execution, to successfully meet the CCMD or military service training objectives

. - Must have the ability to communicate effectively with individuals (military and civilian) of higher grade/rank. Experience in support to military operations and a general knowledge of support to CCMDs is helpful, but not mandatory. New employees will undergo a training program to set them up for success in the job.

Benefits

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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.

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The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.

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

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https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1261976

Agency contact information

NSA POC

Phone 1-844-424-4737 Email intelcareers@nsa.gov

Next steps

https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1261976

Fair and transparent

The 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 Documents

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The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.

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

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https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1261976

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Agency contact information

NSA POC

Phone 1-844-424-4737 Email intelcareers@nsa.gov

Next steps

https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1261976

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The 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

National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Agency contact information

NSA POC

Phone 1-844-424-4737 Email intelcareers@nsa.gov

Visit our careers page

Learn more about what its like to work at National Security Agency/Central Security Service, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

https://www.nsa.gov/careers/

Summary

Engagement Officers engage with internal and external stakeholders to deliver products; protect assets - for example: make procurements; influence policy; protect, develop and acquire human resources; develop partnerships; and share and receive knowledge.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

many vacancies in the following location:

Fort Meade, MD

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Salary $57,736 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade

GG 2 - 15

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0132 Intelligence

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number 1261976 Control number 886496000

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