Computer Scientist

Who May Apply Job Opening : 54308 Open to ALL U.S. Citizens Opening Date: 04/24/2024 Closing Date: 05/08/:59 pm (EST) Questions regarding this opening should be directed to HRS Jasmine Tompkins at . Job Summary Position: COMPUTER SCIENTIST, GS 12/13 Division: Cyber Division (CyD) Unit: Cyber Development Unit Location: Chantilly, VA Working Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (Flexible) Salary: GS-12 $99,200.00-$128,956.00 GS-13 $117,962.00-$153,354.00 Full Performance Level: GS-15 Number of Positions Available: 1 Duration: Full Time/Permanent Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Selected candidates may be offered up to a 25% recruitment incentive if eligible and will be required to sign a service agreement. Unit Description The Cyber Development Unit (CDU) provides application development and agile program management to ensure Cyber Division (CyD) is appropriately developing and leveraging FBI data systems and technologies to support the ever-changing technical needs, analytical challenges, and unique requirements of cyber investigations. CDU supports FBI field office and headquarters cyber mission needs to ensure the FBI continues to be the global leader in cyber investigations. Key Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance ALL applicants must verify completion of the basic education requirement by submitting a copy of college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Mission Statement: The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States. Major Duties Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers, and other to design application and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces. Identify and leverage the enterprise-wide security services while designing and developing secure applications (e.g., Enterprise PKI, Federated Identity server) when appropriate. Apply coding and testing standards, apply security testing tools including "fuzzing" static-analysis code scanning tools, and conduct code reviews. Modify and maintain existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance. Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan the development of new application or modification of an existing application. Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Develop software system testing and validation procedures, programming and documentation. Qualifications and Evaluations Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status. If you are deemed Most Competitive, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies: Algorithms Compilers Communication Interpersonal Ability
Operating System Design Data Management Systems
Software Development/Software Engineering Positive Education Requirement This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic educational requirement by submitting a copy of their college transcripts at the time of application submission. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in combination of mathematics, statistics, AND computer science (15 of the 30 semester hours MUST have been in any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus). Courses designed to provide an introduction to computer science techniques and methodologies are acceptable; courses in teaching elementary, business or shop mathematics are NOT acceptable. Specialized Experience (SE): GS-12: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience developing and implementing basic custom tools.
Experience providing technical advice, guidance, and recommendations management on critical IT issues. Experience assisting with the development and design of component-based multi-tier enterprise applications and web services. GS-13: (In addition to the above): Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience developing and designing component-based multi-tier enterprise application and web services.
Demonstrated experience evaluating work to be automated to determine the need for system development, modifications, or redesign.
Experience in project management, planning, and management control techniques as well as resources estimation and risk analysis relative project management functions, policies, standards, or procedures. How to Apply For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply . If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. Required Documents To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates A complete assessment questionnaire Other supporting documents ( if applicable ): College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later Documents that were uploaded one or more years ago will need to be uploaded again. Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants are being asked to upload another copy (if applicable) to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. What to Expect Next Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. Additional Information Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations. The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation. Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. You application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted. Management may select any grade for which this position has been announced. Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties. If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary