Summary Who May Be Considered: Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship Program eligible View common definitions of terms found in this announcement. Responsibilities The Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship (ICDF) Program is a Congressionally-mandated program designed to help DHS recruit, retain, and reward the best and brightest. The program provides qualified students opportunities to work alongside highly skilled intelligence and cybersecurity professionals at DHS, gain hands-on technical experience, interact with experts and peers at professional development events, and expand their professional network. This program is funded by the DHS Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer. Typical work assignments include, but are not limited to: Analyze simple problems regarding changes in procedures, workflow, and conduct operations. Analyze data and information from one or multiple sources to conduct preparation of the operational environment. Respond to requests for information, Supports the work of the organization to ensure smooth operation, timely submission of deliverables and/services, and provides effective customer support. Assists intelligence research specialists and the supervisor in conducting program functions PROGRAM COMPLETION AND PLACEMENT PROCESS: Those who successfully complete the program, and who are eligible, may enter the placement process for employment within DHS in an excepted service position. Permanent placement is not guaranteed, but the expectation is that projected growth within DHS in intelligence and cybersecurity will provide a variety of employment opportunities. To be eligible for the placement process, participants must have completed the following: Obtain a bachelor's degree in a STEM, IT, cybersecurity, or intelligence field; GPA of at least a 3.2 on a 4.0 scale; Completed 480 hours of work at the Department; Participated in designated technical and core training; Collaborated with subject matter expert mentors in intelligence and cybersecurity; and Completed a challenge project (as designated by the agency). Program Benefits: First-hand, practical experience in intelligence or cybersecurity disciplines; Individual Development Plans (IDP) providing a roadmap for professional development; Participation in high priority challenging projects; Formal and informal training in core and technical competencies; Access to mentors who will provide advice and support; and May be eligible for tuition assistance. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen. You must be at least 16 years of age. Selective Service - males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service see http://www.sss.gov/ All Federal employees are required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for salary payments. DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. You must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. One-year probationary period may be required. The duration of this appointment is a trial period. This position has been identified as a drug testing designated position (TDP) for purposes of the CISA's Drug-Free Workplace Program. All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a drug test to screen for illicit/illegal drug use prior to receiving a final offer of employment. A final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result. After appointment, you may be subject to periodic random drug testing. Qualifications Basic Eligibility: In order to be eligible as an intern under the Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship Program (ICDF), you must be considered a socially disadvantaged student, currently enrolled as a freshman, sophomore, or junior at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI). A qualifying educational institution is defined as a college and/or university and educational institutions or curricula accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must also: Remain in good academic standing as defined by the school, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale during each academic term; Have declared a major in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Information Technology (IT), Cybersecurity, or Intelligence-related field; Maintain enrollment on a full-time basis and remain in good academic standing throughout the duration of the fellowship program, if selected; Meet the DHS developed qualifications standards prior to appointment and any physical, suitability, security requirements and if applicable medical clearance; and Commit to twelve (12) consecutive weeks of full-time summer employment from the date of onboarding, if selected. Students need not be in actual physical attendance, so long as all other requirements are being met. IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC ELIGIBILITY ABOVE, YOU MUST ALSO MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required education for the respective grade level in which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-03 grade level, if you have: EDUCATION: Completion of one (1) full academic year of post-high school study from an accredited institution. (NOTE: One (1) academic year of undergraduate education is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.) You qualify for the GS-04 grade level, if you have: EDUCATION: A. Associate's degree or equivalent undergraduate degree from an accredited institution. OR B. Completion of two (2) full academic years of post-high school study from an accredited institution. (NOTE: Two (2) academic years of undergraduate education is defined as 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours.) NOTE: When academic credit is expressed in contract months, units, or other terms that differ from conventional semester or quarter hours, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide an interpretation of such credits from the appropriate institution in order to equate them to the specified semester or quarter hours. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education This position has an education requirement. You MUST submit a copy of your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, current status as a freshman, sophomore or junior, declared degree program, course title(s), number of credits, grade, date of completion, and anticipated date of degree conferral. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. Education must be from an accredited 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. Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements. You must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private U.S. organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications for more information. Additional Information Other incentives may be authorized. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position has been designated excluded from bargaining unit representation under the national security provision of 5 U.S.C. 7112(B)(6). When entering a federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. Reasonable Accommodation Requests: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified applicants and employees with a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, unless to do so would create an undue hardship to the agency (29 CFR 1614.203 (2017)). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the CISA Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (OEDIA) by sending an email to [email protected] with the subject line, "Reasonable Accommodation Request @ CISA." In the email itself, you must include your name, vacancy announcement number(s), and state your intent to seek a reasonable accommodation. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. For more information or inquiries, please contact the CISA Reasonable Accommodation Program at [email protected]. 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.