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Assistant Inspector General for Audits (Information Technology Audits)

Department of Homeland Security

Summary

The SES is a cadre of senior government leaders who possess a diverse portfolio of experience and expertise required to lead across organizations. These dedicated executives are charged with providing strategic leadership and upholding a commitment to public service that transcends loyalty to a specific agency mission or individual profession. You will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the Federal Government and lead the next generation of public servants.

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Duties

Before applying for this position, please read the entire announcement and follow the instructions in the How to Apply section.

Location is negotiable upon selection where a Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General office is located.

The Assistant Inspector General for Audits (AIG) for Information Technology Audits (ITA) position is in the Office of Audits (OA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Office of Audits examines, evaluates and, where necessary, critiques, operations, and activities, recommending ways for the Department of Homeland Security to carry out its responsibilities in the most effective, efficient, and economical manner possible.

Through independent audits and program analyses, OA:

  • Protects the public interest and taxpayer dollars by bringing about positive change in the performance, accountability, and integrity of DHS and component programs and operations, including disaster assistance, acquisitions, counterterrorism, border security, immigration enforcement, and information technology systems and infrastructure.
  • Identifies deficiencies and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of DHS and component programs, helping Department leadership and program managers achieve their mission while operating in accordance with laws and regulations.

As the AIG ITA for Audits, you will be required to perform the following major duties:

  • Serves as a senior level advisor to the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) for Audits and participates in the development, planning, and implementation of the DHS' and OA's goals and objectives in carrying out assigned functions. Participates with the DIGA in the formulation of audit program policies, procedures, goals, and objectives and the development of long and shortrange strategic plans for ITA programs and activities. Participates in the formulation of budget requirements to accomplish program goals and activities.
  • Leads, directs, and is responsible for operational and functional development, implementation, and supervision of audits and evaluations of DHS' major IT programs, systems, and infrastructure supporting DHS' critical mission, goals, and priorities. This can include oversight of information technology operations, security, privacy protections, technology management, systems acquisition, and data-driven audits of all DHS Components.
  • Supervises day-to-day operations of ITA, in assigned locations, including Headquarters and the Field Offices. Manages and oversees the performance and execution of all ITA activities nationwide, which consist of a wide variety of Audit programs and operations for preventing and detecting fraud, waste, and abuse, and mismanagement. Directs and provides oversight of the work of various ITA Divisions such as:
  • Cybersecurity and Intelligence: Conducts mandated and discretionary audits to evaluate DHS' compliance with cybersecurity related Federal laws and Executive orders to safeguard the Department's information systems and the Nation's critical infrastructure. Also reviews the effectiveness of DHS' cybersecurity and intelligence programs and initiatives.
  • Information Systems and Controls: Conducts audits to assess security posture and effectiveness of DHS IT infrastructure, such as server security, disaster recovery, and management of government-furnished equipment.
  • Information Technology Performance and Management: Conducts audits to assess the acquisition, implementation, management, and performance of major IT programs and technologies to support DHS' evolving mission requirements. Assesses information sharing and systems integration initiatives through the examination of how people, processes, and technology work together to advance Departmental goals.

In addition, the AIG-ITA works with the Office of Innovation (OIN) and relies upon the resources from OIN to provide data analysis and data platform support. The AIG-ITA also works closely with OIN for vulnerability, configuration management, and IT security testing to support audit work.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
  • You must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance (i.e., Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI)
  • Within 30 days of entrance on duty (EOD) you must complete the OGE-278, Executive Financial Disclosure Form
  • Drug Testing Required
  • Initial SES Career Appointee is subject to a one-year SES Probationary Period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
  • The initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the successful completion of the one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership and supervisory experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent in the private sector or non- governmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement and all executive and technical qualification factors will automatically exclude you from further consideration.

This experience should be sufficiently broad in scope and at a major management level in a large or complex organization. Your application should demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully fulfill responsibilities inherent in SES positions such as:

  • Leading the work of an organizational unit
  • Ensuring the success of one or more specific major programs or projects
  • Monitoring progress toward strategic organizational goals, evaluating organizational performance and taking action to improve performance
  • Supervising the work of employees, developing policy and other executive functions

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. We recommend that your resume, ECQ and MTQ narratives emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions.

If your experience does not include these basic qualifications, you will not be determined qualified for this position.

  • Noncompetitive status - if you are a current, reinstatement eligible Career SES or a graduate of an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approved SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and your ECQs have been certified by OPM's Qualifications Review Board (QRB), you are not required to address the ECQs. Current and reinstatement eligible SES must include with your application a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, documenting your SES Career Appointment. CDP graduates must include a copy of your OPM CDP graduation certificate or other proof from OPM that your ECQs have been QRB certified. **

The application process used to recruit for this position is the Traditional Method.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS - Mandatory

Applicants must submit a written narrative addressing each ECQ generally not to exceed two (2) pages per ECQ for a total of no more than 10 pages. Written narratives addressing each ECQ generally not to exceed two (2) pages per ECQ for a total of no more than 10 pages. Any information in excess of ten (10) pages WILL NOT be considered.

NOTE: If you a current/former Career SES member or certified graduate from an OPM approved Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program, you do not need to respond to the ECQs.

Applicants are encouraged to follow the Challenge, Context, Action and Results (C-C-A-R) model when preparing written ECQs narratives.

  • Challenge: Describe a specific problem or goal.
  • Context: Describe the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or environment in which you worked to address a particular challenge (e.g., clients, co-workers, members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale).
  • Action: Discuss the specific actions you took to address a challenge.
  • Result: Give specific examples of measures/outcomes that had some impact on the organization.

You will be evaluated on the following Executive Core Qualifications:

ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Written Communication, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation.

Detailed information on the ECQs are available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/#url=Overview

A sample 5-page executive level resume and ECQ narratives can be viewed at this link https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS - Mandatory

All applicants must submit a written narrative addressing each MTQ, not to exceed one (1) page for each MTQ. Any information in excess of one (1) page per MTQ WILL NOT be considered.

Please give examples and explain the depth of the knowledge, expertise and experience you possess and the breadth, scope and sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc.

You will be evaluated on the following Technical Qualifications:

MTQ 1: Demonstrated senior-level experience applying Information Technology (IT) security auditing and evaluation techniques to include Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) oversight and cybersecurity evaluations.

MTQ 2: Demonstrated senior-level experience working directly in the accountability community, or in the IT field, assessing the state of a nationally dispersed IT environment, including broad exposure to IT technology program management practices, evaluating technology performance, and the use of emerging technologies for Federal government agencies or private sector equivalent.

MTQ 3: Demonstrated senior-level experience with Inspector General programs, operations, systems, legislative history, mission, and systems to sufficiently plan and conduct audits using professional auditing standards such as the Government Accountability Office's Government Auditing Standards.

FAILURE TO MEET OR FULLY ADDRESS EACH MANDATORY EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATION AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

Applicants who use "see resume" as a response WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date, 04/05/2024 of this announcement.

Education

There is no substitution for education of experience for this position.

Additional information

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Employee Benefits."

Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation/clearance as a condition of placement in this position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

E-Verify: OIG uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

Drug Testing: It is our responsibility to eliminate any risks to national security, public health and public safety that could be posed by individuals who use illegal drugs. Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of placement and/or employment in the position and the incumbent(s) of this position may thereafter be subject to Random Drug Testing. A positive drug test or refusal to be tested will result in disciplinary action, up to and including removal from Federal service.

Veteran's Preference: Veteran's Preference does NOT apply to Senior Executive Service positions.

Probationary Period: You will be required to serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.

Mobility: Individuals selected for SES positions may be subject to reassignment across geographic, organizational, and functional lines.

Our Benefits Package: You will be eligible for performance bonuses of 5 to 20 percent of base pay for superior accomplishments. You will be covered by a defined benefit, contributory Federal retirement system. You may participate in a retirement savings investment plan that offers before-tax savings and tax-deferred investment earnings. You may select one of a variety of health plans and options under the Government's Federal Employees' Health Benefits program and you may participate in the Federal Employees' Group Life and Long Term Care Insurance Programs.

Reasonable Accommodation: DHS OIG provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

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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.

Your application will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed above.

You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education (if applicable). Your application will be evaluated by an SES rating and ranking panel. Highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference check.

The Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur. Unless you have already been certified by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by an OPM/QRB before appointment can occur.

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How to Apply

A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USAJOBS web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date 04/05/2024 to receive consideration. A complete application package includes:

  • Your 5-Page (or shorter) resume (any excess pages will not be considered)
  • Executive Core Qualifications narrative statement (generally two (2) pages per ECQ, not to exceed 10 pages total) Note: Not applicable to noncompetitive candidates with supporting documentation)
  • Mandatory Technical Qualifications narrative statement one (1) page maximum for each MTQ, any excess pages will not be considered)
  • Supporting documentation, see Required Documents section

To begin, click 'Apply Online' to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account at, https://www.usajobs.gov/, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. Paper applications and information sent by mail or email WILL NOT be accepted. If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

Applicants must submit all required documentation to properly qualify for this position.

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Agency contact information

DHS-OIG Executive Resources DHS-OIG Executive Resources

Email

Executive.Resources@oig.dhs.gov

Address

Office of Inspector General

245 Murray Lane SW

Washington, DC 20528

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Next steps

Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Once you submit your application, we will review your experience and qualifications to determine if you possess the required ECQs and MTQs for the position based on the information you submitted. After a review of your application is made you will be notified of your application status. Those who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to a panel of SES members to determine the "highly qualified" candidates. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.

You may verify your documents have been processed by logging into your USAJOBS account. Uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan. We will notify you by email at various stages in the process. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information." If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

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