Computer Forensic Analyst

at  US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

QUALIFICATIONS

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:

• Performing routine analyses of seized computer related evidence such as magnetic media storage devices and other digital, electronic, and mobile devices;
• Assisting in criminal investigations requiring detailed computer forensic analysis;
• Identifying evidence of criminal activity within digital media and electronic devices and documenting those findings.
• Assisting with the preparing of exhibits for testimony; and
• Authoring written reports of findings discovered in computer forensic analyses. OR

Education: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a LL.M., if related. Graduate level education must have been from an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and activities necessary to do the work. OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of successfully completed graduate level education and experience. Graduate level education must have been from an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

You qualify for the GS-12 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:

• Performing complex analyses of seized computer related evidence such as magnetic media storage devices and other digital, electronic, mobile devices, drones and vehicles;
• Performing on scene triage of digital devices such as routers, magnetic media storage devices and other digital, electronic, mobile devices, drones and vehicles;
• Identifying evidence of criminal activity within digital media and electronic devices and documenting those findings;
• Authoring written reports of findings discovered in computer forensic analyses; and
• Testifying as a witness at trial to support evidence found and articulate the findings.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. QUALIFICATION CLAIMS WILL BE SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.

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

To apply for this position, you must complete the Occupational Questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11696276 and submit the required documentation outlined under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section.
The complete initial Application must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/10/2023.
PLEASE NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. If you need further assistance, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.
One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement.
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

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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DUTIES

As a Computer Forensic Analyst, at the full performance level, you will perform the following duties:

• Perform complex computer forensics analysis, including imaging, processing and analysis of digital media; locating and identifying evidence of child sexual exploitation, financial, smuggling, public safety, national security, arms and strategic technology, and human smuggling.
• Inventory, examine, and perform complex analyses of seized computer related evidence such as magnetic media storage devices and random-access memory, other electronic media to include, mobile devices drones and vehicles.
• Serve as a computer forensic technical expert in criminal investigations.
• Serve as an expert witness in court proceedings.

Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:

• Performing routine analyses of seized computer related evidence such as magnetic media storage devices and other digital, electronic, and mobile devices;
• Assisting in criminal investigations requiring detailed computer forensic analysis;
• Identifying evidence of criminal activity within digital media and electronic devices and documenting those findings.
• Assisting with the preparing of exhibits for testimony; and
• Authoring written reports of findings discovered in computer forensic analyses. O

You qualify for the GS-12 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:

• Performing complex analyses of seized computer related evidence such as magnetic media storage devices and other digital, electronic, mobile devices, drones and vehicles;
• Performing on scene triage of digital devices such as routers, magnetic media storage devices and other digital, electronic, mobile devices, drones and vehicles;
• Identifying evidence of criminal activity within digital media and electronic devices and documenting those findings;
• Authoring written reports of findings discovered in computer forensic analyses; and
• Testifying as a witness at trial to support evidence found and articulate the findings