Management and Program Analyst
What you'd do
This position is part of the Department of Energy's Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response. As a Management and Program Analyst, you will support the Incident Response Branch of the Threat Analysis and Incident Response Division. You will manage reports, deliver briefings on energy security, systems and markets, threats and incidents, and make recommendations to mitigate those vulnerabilities. You will also oversee programs and budgets for DOE National Laboratories.
Major duties
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response works to strengthen the security and resilience of the U.S. energy sector from cyber, physical, and climate-based risks and disruptions. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Management and Program Analyst, you will: Serve as a senior analyst and advisor to program office leadership, providing expert technical guidance, strategic alternatives, and evaluative recommendations on complex programs with office-wide or department-wide impacts. Monitor, analyze, and oversee the preparation of situation reports, threat assessments, and mitigation strategies regarding cyber and physical incidents impacting national energy sector infrastructure. Design, implement, and evaluate management information and administrative reporting systems, establishing data collection methodologies and metrics to measure program performance and efficiency. Review and analyze federal legislation, executive orders, national strategies, and agency policies to determine their operational impacts on emergency response and security programs, translating findings into actionable internal guidelines. Prepare and deliver comprehensive briefings, risk updates, and technical summaries to senior agency leadership, interagency partners, state and local authorities, and private industry executives. Lead program planning, project management, and budget development activities-particularly in coordination with National Laboratories to build and maintain critical incident response and threat analysis capabilities.
What you need to qualify
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the following 3: Leading senior-level coordination, situational analysis and response strategies for cyber or physical security incidents, hazards or emergency disruptions impacting national or industry-wide critical infrastructure. Preparing technical reports, risk summaries or situational updates to senior leaders and stakeholders to guide decision-making during sensitive or emergency events. Updating emergency response plans and disaster recovery protocols to identify capability gaps and improve organizational readiness. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration and current employees must have at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating to receive consideration. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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