Summary
The Bureau of Emerging Threats (ET) leads the Department in both anticipating and responding to national security challenges from adversary use of new technologies. This includes countering threats across the entire technology stack, including developments in cyberspace, outer space, critical infrastructure security, and super intelligence (SI). For more information about the Bureau, visit: ET
Duties
Develop comprehensive policy recommendations on international cyber issues, including cyber deterrence, offensive and defensive cyber operations, incident response, and post-quantum cryptography adoption.
Analyze complex cyber threats from state and non-state actors and assess their implications for U.S. national security interests and foreign policy objectives.
Represent ET/C in interagency working groups and policy committees addressing cyber operations, incident response, cyber strategy, and post quantum cryptography.
Engage with foreign government officials on bilateral and multilateral cyber policy issues, including shaping adversary behavior, incident response coordination, capacity building, and post quantum cryptography.
Provide real-time policy guidance during cyber incidents affecting U.S. interests or involving foreign partners.
Education
See the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials, visit: www.naces.org/members.php.
How you will be evaluated
The evaluation process consists of the ApplyGov Competency Based Assessments and a crediting plan for which applicants will be assigned a score between 70 and 100. A resume review will be conducted for minimum qualification requirements, as described in the “Qualifications” section of this announcement, of the top qualified candidates based on combined total score. Resumes longer than two pages will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. Responses to questions that are not fully supported by your resume may result in a rating adjustment. You will be assessed on the following job-related competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Non-Supervisory: Oral Communication, Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Technology Orientation, Customer Service, Attention to Detail and Self-Management. Set aside at least 2 hours to take the external assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. There are timed sections that must be completed within the allotted timeframe. Your score from the external Non-supervisory assessment will remain on file for 180 days, allowing you to apply for multiple DOS-announced positions without needing to retake the assessments. Top applicants may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. The assessment is used to measure the degree in which your background matches the competencies and KSAs required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: Knowledge of international cyber policy issues, including cyber deterrence, offensive and defensive cyber operations, and incident response frameworks. Skill in drafting policy papers, decision memoranda, talking points, and briefing materials for senior officials. Ability to develop innovative diplomatic strategies to shape adversary behavior in cyberspace. Knowledge of diplomatic methods, national security policy development, and alliance management as applied to cyberspace issues. Skill in coordinating with interagency and foreign government counterparts on cyber policy matters. Ability to communicate complex cyber policy issues clearly to senior policymakers and non-technical audiences. Applicants found to be among the top qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. Qualified non-competitive candidates must be deemed best qualified based on the applicant assessment in order to be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We do not make assumptions regarding your experience. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application may result in your removal from consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.