Open Source Collection Specialist - Washington, United States - US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations Washington, United States

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Summary

Open Source Collection Specialists manage the systematic collection of publicly available information in a given region to meet customer needs.

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Overview

Accepting applications
Open & closing dates

10/01/2023 to 09/30/2024

Salary

$69,287 - $145,617 per year

Pay scale & grade

GS - 14

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Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

Washington DC, DC
Remote job

Telework eligible

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

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

0132 Intelligence

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information

Drug test

Yes

Position sensitivity and risk

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Trust determination process

National security

Announcement number

/DIHD

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This job is open to

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current excepted service federal employees.

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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Duties

As an Open Source Collection Specialist (OSCS), you will manage the systematic collection of publicly available information in a given region or a subject area to meet customer needs.

The information is known as Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and includes traditional mass media, the internet, specialized journals, studies, conference proceedings, geospatial information, and more.

In some cases, OSCSs act as collectors themselves. Some OSCSs work in traditional library environments, while others work in geographic- or subject area-based components.

Open Source Collection Specialists develop strategies and plans for the collection of OSINT, including the tools and methodologies needed to accomplish the task

You will:

Drive integrated information gathering on a strategic topic, regional, or cross-regional need
Research and acquire publicly available information in response to intelligence gaps
Identify relevant sources for data collection
Manage financial or personnel resources associated with collection, including contracts
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develop, acquire, evaluate and/or implement collection tools and methodologies

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develop metadata schema or other information discoverability processes

Domestic and/or foreign travel may be required.

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Requirements

Conditions 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.
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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Critical thinking and research skills
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to work within an ambiguous, evolving digital environment as a member of a collaborative team
At least two (2) years' experience (including academic studies) in at least one of the following:
Data Management
Information management/information science/librarianship
Management of financial or personnel resources
Management of language program
Participation in the development and/or implementation of Human Language Technologies or other collection technologies
Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Desired Qualifications

Moderate proficiency in foreign languages
Experience managing complex projects
Experience designing or managing contracts

Education

Bachelor's degree in one of the following with emphasis on statistical analysis:
Area Studies
Data Management
Foreign Language/Linguistics (or a related field)
Geography/GIS
International Studies
Library/Information Science
Media Studies
Political Studies
At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred, but exceptions are made for extenuating circumstances
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.

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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.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

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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.

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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

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.

Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.

You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

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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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To get started, please visit , 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

Central Intelligence Agency

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Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on , 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Reasonable accommodation policy
Financial suitability
Selective Service
New employee probationary period
Signature and false statements
Privacy Act
Social security number request

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Required Documents

For further information, please visit:
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.

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How to Apply

This post is for viewing purposes only.

To get started, please visit , 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.

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Agency contact information

Central Intelligence Agency

Website

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on , 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.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Reasonable accommodation policy
Financial suitability
Selective Service
New employee probationary period
Signature and false statements
Privacy Act
Social security number request

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates