SUMMARY

This position is located in Fraud Detection and National Security, National Security and Public Safety Division.
As an Immigration Officer, you will provide guidance, conduct research for the purpose of enhancing current guidance and procedures, and identify, articulate, and pursue suspected immigration.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 09/16/2025.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS ISSUED UNDER THE DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY TO RECRUIT FOR POSITIONS FOR WHICH THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, U.S. CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES, HAS A CRITICAL HIRING NEED.

The Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS) was established within USCIS to strengthen national security and the integrity of the country’s legal immigration system by closely aligning the adjudication of immigration benefits and services with the identification of potential threats to national security and/or public safety, the detection and deterrence of fraud, and the use of law enforcement and intelligence information to ensure optimal security for U.S. communities. FDNS systematically identifies updates, and records indicators of fraudulent activities; manages fraud cases; identifies vulnerabilities and other weaknesses that compromise the integrity of the legal immigration system; and coordinates and provides logistical support in law enforcement and national security matters. FDNS is the primary conduit for information sharing and collaboration with law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

GS-12: You qualify at the GS-12 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties:

• Determining admissibility and reviewing documentation of those seeking admission to the United States;
• Reviewing evidence related to individuals applying for immigration benefits and conducting liaison with law enforcement or intelligence agencies;
• Identifying and researching potential public safety, or national security concerns in immigration programs; and
• Assisting with planning and implementing policies and procedures related to the detection of national security or public safety concerns in immigration programs.

GS-13: You qualify at the GS-13 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties:

• Preparing analytical reports related to immigration law, immigration regulations or immigration processes to make formal recommendations to leadership;
• Applying immigration laws and investigative procedures to uncover potential public safety or national security concerns that threaten the integrity of the legal immigration system;
• Collaborating with external entities to investigate immigration applicants for suspected national security or public safety concerns; and
• Analyzing immigration screening and vetting procedures or policies to identify weaknesses in detecting or verifying national security or public safety concerns.

Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses and appropriate documentation prior to 09/16/2025.Your resume will be used to determine your qualifications for the position advertised in this announcement. Therefore, your resume must highlight your most relevant, significant experience related to the requirements found in the qualification section of this announcement, as well as any applicable education. USCIS will only review the first 2 pages of your resume to determine your initial eligibility/qualifications for a position. As such, please be sure to include content to support your eligibility/qualifications for this position within the first 2 pages. Please note that your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online questions.Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

• Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
• Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
• Employer’s name and address
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008)
• Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you’ve held a federal position.
• Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
• Salary

DETERMINING LENGTH OF GENERAL OR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEPENDENT ON THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE ABOVE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN A FINDING OF INELIGIBLE.

Note: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.
Federal Experience: If you are using current or prior federal experience as a basis for qualifying for this position, the grade levels and length of employment (mm/dd/year) at each grade level must be listed in your work history. This information will be further validated if selected for this position.
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 criteria 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 service.

EDUCATION

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution at these grade levels.
The Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS) was established within USCIS to strengthen national security and the integrity of the country’s legal immigration system by closely aligning the adjudication of immigration benefits and services with the identification of potential threats to national security and/or public safety, the detection and deterrence of fraud, and the use of law enforcement and intelligence information to ensure optimal security for U.S. communities. FDNS systematically identifies updates, and records indicators of fraudulent activities; manages fraud cases; identifies vulnerabilities and other weaknesses that compromise the integrity of the legal immigration system; and coordinates and provides logistical support in law enforcement and national security matters. FDNS is the primary conduit for information sharing and collaboration with law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
Training: If you have not already done so, you will be required to attend the residential, paid FDNS Officer Basic Training course. Additionally, if you have not already done so, you will be required to attend the residential, paid USCIS BASIC Officer training program, lasting six weeks, at a USCIS training facility. Both trainings must be successfully completed according to the standards of the agency. Failure to do so will be grounds for mandatory removal from the position. Such failure will result in either reassignment to a different position, demotion or separation by appropriate procedures.
Training: New recruits will attend a 6-week BASIC training program (if not previously attended). This technical training must be successfully completed according to the standards of the agency. Failure to do so will be grounds for mandatory removal from the position. Such failure will result in either reassignment to a different position, demotion, or separation by appropriate procedures. FOBTP: Selectees will be required to attend FOBTP (FDNS Officer Basic Training Program). A pre-requisite to this course is attendance at USCIS BASIC (if not previously attended).

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.

DUTIES

• The responsibilities described are for the full performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope performed with less independence, and limited complexity.
• Performs anti-fraud, public safety, and national security-related duties consistent with the national effort directed by USCIS’ Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate.
• Performs investigative functions to safeguard the immigration system by conducting extensive screening and vetting inquiries and detailed research and analysis.
• Works directly with internal and external partners, including USCIS adjudicators, law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and intelligence agencies to communicate or coordinate activities.
• Plans, organizes, and coordinates briefings and information exchange-related programs and projects.
• Coordinates and performs studies in order to develop procedures, manuals, and other guidance to detect and deter fraud, public safety threats, or national security concerns in the nation’s legal immigration system.
• Conducts research to develop criteria, methods, and techniques for the resolution of advanced program problems.

GS-12: You qualify at the GS-12 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties:

• Determining admissibility and reviewing documentation of those seeking admission to the United States;
• Reviewing evidence related to individuals applying for immigration benefits and conducting liaison with law enforcement or intelligence agencies;
• Identifying and researching potential public safety, or national security concerns in immigration programs; and
• Assisting with planning and implementing policies and procedures related to the detection of national security or public safety concerns in immigration programs

GS-13: You qualify at the GS-13 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties:

• Preparing analytical reports related to immigration law, immigration regulations or immigration processes to make formal recommendations to leadership;
• Applying immigration laws and investigative procedures to uncover potential public safety or national security concerns that threaten the integrity of the legal immigration system;
• Collaborating with external entities to investigate immigration applicants for suspected national security or public safety concerns; and
• Analyzing immigration screening and vetting procedures or policies to identify weaknesses in detecting or verifying national security or public safety concerns