Security Specialist (Polygraph Examiner) - Full Performance

• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations

• These positions are open to the public.
• Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.
• Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 2006.
• The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.
• These positions may not qualify for the appointment of a reemployed federal annuitant IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 300.

• Obtains and maintains federal polygraph examiner certification.
• Conducts polygraph examinations on a diverse population requiring access to TS/SCI information, which may involve interviewing high-profile examinees and eliciting information on highly sensitive security issues.
• Ensures polygraph examinations strictly comply with legal and regulatory requirements, and meet the security and ethical requirements for the NRO.
• Briefs leadership on significant and/or noteworthy cases.
• Coordinates with other polygraph examiners and supervisors for status updates and guidance, as needed.
• Reviews available security and supporting documents to assess best course of action for polygraph testing.
• Participates in special projects and initiatives, and performs special assignments.
• Protects classified materials through use of sound security practices for ensuring the safeguarding of classified information.
• Applies DoW Directive 5210.48; DOWI 5210.91, ODNI policy and NRO Directives relating to polygraph and personnel security.

• Candidates who are not federally trained and certified must successfully complete the Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) training class at the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA).  Admission to the NCCA PDD training program requires:
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • At least 25 years of age (may be waived)
  • A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education (transcripts must be provided)
  • A person who has at least two years of investigative experience (may be waived)
  • Successful completion of a Counterintelligence Security Polygraph (CSP) examination
  • Once certified by the NRO, the candidate must meet the minimum standards for DoW Certification continuation as a Polygraph Examiner
• Knowledge of computer software, specifically the Microsoft Office suite.
• Skills in applying data-gathering, analytical and evaluative techniques to identify, consider, and resolve issues concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program policy and operations; demonstrates the ability to analyze, plan, and adjust individual work to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
• Skill in providing briefings, preparing reports, and training lessons on wide-range of issues and topics relating to program activities.
• Proven skills to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing.

• Highly Desired: Current federally certified Polygraph Examiner.
• Polygraph examiner in the private sector.
• Experience interviewing and eliciting information from a variety of sources.

• Overtime Statement:  May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Travel Statement:  May be required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Financial Disclosure:  May be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• Geographic Mobility Agreement: May be subject to directed reassignment as required to address mission effectiveness, and/or career development.
• Emergency Essential: Certain positions are deemed emergency essential and incumbents must be willing to meet all position requirements.

• This position requires a minimum tour length of three (3) years due to extensive government investment in polygrapher training and certification, in accordance with DCIPS Volume 2005, ND40-5, Employment and Placement, and the NRO Assignment Guide.
• Employees selected for this position are expected to complete the full tour requirement to ensure mission continuity. 
• Employees must complete the minimum tour length before being considered for reassigment. Short of tour requests should be rare and require Career Field and Directorate management approval, considered on a case-by-case basis. 

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants  

• An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.

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