WE ARE THE NRO

For sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired, launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for America’s advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content on the planet.

Learn more at NRO.gov.

Basic Eligibility For A Position With The NRO

• You must be a U.S. Citizen

• You must be 18 years of age or older

• You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance

• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing

• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations

  Where You Will Work 

  The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office reporting to the Director, National Reconnaissance Office (DNRO) and Congress. The Inspector General (IG) is appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The OIG is responsible for conducting audits, inspections, investigations, and special reviews related to NRO programs and operations; providing leadership with recommendations to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness; preventing and detecting fraud, waste and abuse in NRO programs and operations; and providing a means to keep the DNRO and the Congress fully and currently informed of issues concerning fraud and other serious problems, abuses and deficiencies in NRO's programs or operations.

  Protect your nation by helping to strengthen National Reconnaissance Office programs and operations through independent oversight! As an Inspector General Auditor, your work will help the NRO effectively and efficiently carry out its vital national security mission. Your work will also promote good stewardship of NRO resources and help detect and deter fraud, waste, and abuse. 

  The NRO Cadre is collecting resumes for consideration against current and future opportunities for entry and full performance level (GG-9/11/12/13), Performance Auditors, occupational series 0511. For more information on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) occupational series, click here (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/classifying-general-schedule-positions/occupationalhandbook.pdf) .

  Your resume may be considered for other positions which your skills and experience may be a good match.

  This is a full-time position that is open from July 3, 2024 to July 19, 2024. Resumes must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on July 19, 2024.

  Who May Apply

   

• This position is open to the public.

• Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.

• Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.

• The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.

• This position may not qualify for the appointment of a reemployed federal annuitant IAW DoDI 1400.25 Volume 300.

  What You Will Be Doing 

  As an Inspector General Auditor with the NRO, you will use your analytic and critical thinking skills to evaluate all aspects of NRO programs, operations, and activities including strategy, risk, financial resources, procurement, project management, information technology, security, logistics, human resources, and compliance with laws and regulations. 

  Inspector General Auditor responsibilities include:

   

• Developing and carrying out audit programs.

• Analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, documenting analysis and conclusions.

• Presenting results in meetings with NRO officials and in written reports.

• Providing recommendations designed to promoted effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability in the administration of NRO programs, operations, and activities.

• Auditors will also conduct or support other OIG functions as required.

• Travel may be required.

  What You Need 

   

• BS/BA degree in business management, program management, business, finance, or other relevant discipline.

• Demonstrated excellent written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, accurately, and precisely.

• Demonstrated excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex information.

• Demonstrated excellent analytic and critical thinking skills, including the ability to assemble and assimilate large volumes of quantitative and qualitative data, decipher trends, identify key issues and associated root causes, and draw appropriate conclusions.

• Ability to travel (up to 10%), domestically and overseas.

  Highly Desired 

   

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, business management, economics, information systems, public administration or relevant Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Information System Auditor, Certified Government Financial Manager, Certified Project Management Professional, or Certified Internal Auditor.

• Experience with government auditing, program evaluation, contracting, government project management, or information systems.

  Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform and is typically in or directly related to the duties of the position as described above. Experience must be reflected in your resume. 

  Other Information

   

• Overtime Statement: MAY be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

• Travel Statement: MAY be required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.

• Financial Disclosure: MAY be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.

  Location

  Chantilly, VA, 20151

  Telework is not available and you must be able to work at the specified location(s).

  Salary

  2024 salary range for the Washington, DC area:

  GG-09: $68, 405 – $88,926. 

  GG-11: $82,764 – $107,590. 

  GG-12: $99,200 – $128,956. 

  GG-13: $117,962 – $153,354. 

  **This position is an entry/full performance level DCIPS position. The NRO is accepting applications from U.S. Citizens and current federal government employees for this position. To qualify for the position, federal government employees MUST currently be at the GG – 9/11/12/13 grade level and may ONLY apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade level and step. Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.

  Hiring Incentives

  The NRO may offer hiring incentives and other entitlements at management’s discretion.

  Trial Period

  All new DCIPS employees (https://dcips.defense.gov/) will be required to serve a 2-year trial period.

  Veterans’ Preference

  DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility upon request.

  Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

  The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

   

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants   (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal/fed_employees/index.cfm)

  Reasonable Accommodation Policy

  Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

  A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.

  Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:

   

• An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.

• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.

• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.

  You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please send your request to Hiring@nro.mil.

  Privacy Act Notice

  Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): We use this information to determine qualifications for employment. This is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.

  Read more about the Privacy Act of 1974  (https://www.justice.gov/opcl/privacy-act-1974)

   

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