Program Analyst
About This Position
1-year reimbursable assignment with the option to extend for 12 months This opportunity is temporary and does not constitute a permanent full-time position. DHS Intelligence & Analysis Program Analyst Series Requested: 0343 Security Clearance: TS/SCI - CI Poly Virtual/Remote: No Only current, full-time federal employees are eligible. Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selection/closing date. This is a Detail, not a Developmental Rotation. Supervisory approval form must be signed.
Qualifications
Qualifications required: Communicates complex ideas clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to develop and present findings, briefings, project papers, status reports, and correspondence that foster understanding, support decision-making, and promote acceptance of recommendations. Applies comprehensive knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process, Contracting Officer's Representative responsibilities, Statements of Work, Statements of Objectives, acquisition planning, contract management requirements, the Federal Acquisition Regulation, and applicable DHS and ODNI contracting policies. Develops and delivers formal presentations and represents the organization's position on acquisition strategy, contracting matters, intelligence-related requirements, business processes, and resource management issues.
Supports, interfaces with, and influences the systems acquisition process and integrated life-cycle management by coordinating requirements, assessing acquisition risks, monitoring execution, and aligning procurement activities with mission objectives. Required to have a COR Level II, at a minimum, prior to, or immediately upon onboarding. If not already a COR Level II, it requires at least 1 year of COR-related acquisition-type experience, completion of an instructor-led FCR 201 course OR each of the following self-paced courses: CLC 222, CLC 106, ACQ 0310, and CLE 028 (total: 40 hours), and Completion of FAC 022 (initial certification + every 2 years), and completion of FAC 043 (initial certification + every 12 months).
COR level III is highly desired. Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date.
Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience.
Your application will be rated based on your resume. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job) Duties (Be specific in describing your duties) Name of Federal agency Supervisor name, email, and phone number Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
Major Duties
Supports the Acquisitions and Contract Management Branch Chief, Chief Financial Officer, Divisional Points of Contact, and Contracting Officer's Representatives with acquisition planning, execution, contract monitoring, and procurement coordination. Coordinates with program offices, CORs, DHS Office of Procurement Operations, and DHS Office of Selective Acquisitions to support procurement requirements from initiation through award and contract administration.Assists CORs and program offices in developing acquisition documentation, including Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, Independent Government Cost Estimates, market research, acquisition plans, justifications, and other required procurement materials. Monitors contract execution, funding status, burn rates, periods of performance, deliverable schedules, and invoice activity to identify risks, funding gaps, or potential performance issues.
Reviews contractor invoices for timeliness, accuracy, funding alignment, and appropriate supporting documentation before routing for approval.Tracks invoice processing timelines to support prompt payment requirements and reduce the risk of interest penalties or delayed vendor payment. Supports contractor performance monitoring by collecting input from CORs, reviewing deliverables, tracking performance issues, and assisting with Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System documentation, as applicable. Assists with contract file maintenance to ensure acquisition records are complete, accurate, and compliant with applicable policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.
Prepares acquisition status updates, reports, trackers, and briefing materials for leadership, program offices, and acquisition stakeholders. Coordinates recurring acquisition meetings, including agenda development, action item tracking, follow-up with responsible parties, and documentation of key decisions. Supports acquisition forecasting and planning by helping identify upcoming contract actions, expiring awards, option periods, recompetes, and funding requirements.
Works with budget staff and program offices to ensure acquisition requirements align with available funding, approved spend plans, and mission priorities.Identifies procurement processing delays, incomplete packages, burn rate concerns, or other contract execution risks and elevates issues through the appropriate chain of command. Supports the planning, organization, and execution of acquisition management activities to ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, DHS acquisition policy, and customer requirements. Assists in developing process improvements, standard operating procedures, checklists, and tracking tools to strengthen acquisition transparency, accountability, and execution.
Education
EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.
How You Will Be Evaluated
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination will be made.
You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Additional Information
**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving. If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position. Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA: Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.
Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include: Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA. Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA. Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 04/07/2027 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account.
Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire.
Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: 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, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link, and then select the more information link for this position. The Application 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.
Required Documents
- Resume: Do not include any personally identifiable information (PII) i.e., home address, social security number, or date of birth.
Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section.
- SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information: Your appointment in the Federal service Tenure Grade and Step Full performance level If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position.
- DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.