Position Description- Attachment 3 revised.docx

Program Manager – Domestic Major Duties and Responsibilities The program manager shall perform administrative, managerial, and supervisory duties for services and personnel provided through this contract. The program manager shall be accountable for daily work assignments and end products and shall be the Contractor’s single point of contact to the COR. Major duties of the program manager include:

· Ensure that the Quality Control Plan, submitted to and approved by the Government, is implemented and fully operational, as written.

· Ensure continuous, timely delivery of services and compliance with contract requirements.

· Ensure that each linguist has completed assigned work prior to the end of the linguist’s shift. The program manager shall be responsible for a smooth transition to the next shift, if applicable.

· Maintain records of work production and other administrative records as required. These records shall be kept at the DOS location.

· Prepare and present to the COR a monthly schedule detailing adequate personnel coverage for each forthcoming month. This monthly schedule is due to the COR by the 12th day of the preceding month.

· Maintain time and attendance records for all contract employees.

Qualifications The Contractor shall provide a program manager who has the necessary experience, education, training and skills to perform the work and manage the requirements included in the contract. Qualifications for the program manager include:

· A minimum of four years program management experience with a program of similar size to this contract.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Security Service (DSS) prior to contract performance.

· Effective interpersonal skills and mastery of the English language, both written and verbal.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, organize, and execute complex projects in harsh, non-permissive environments.

· Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

· Knowledge of Arab and or Afghan culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations are strongly preferred.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties.

Deputy Program Manager – Overseas Major Duties and Responsibilities The deputy program manager shall perform administrative, managerial, and supervisory duties for services and personnel provided through this contract at post location. The program manager shall be accountable for daily work assignments and end products in conjunction with the onsite supervisor and/or COR.

· Ensure that the Quality Control Plan, submitted to and approved by the Government, is implemented and fully operational, as written.

· Ensure continuous, timely delivery of services and compliance with contract requirements.

· Ensure that each contractor has completed assigned work prior to the end of the shift. The deputy program manager shall be responsible for a smooth transition to the next shift, if applicable.

· Maintain records of work production and other administrative records as required. These records shall be kept at the DOS location.

· Prepare and present to the COR or ACOR/GTM a monthly schedule detailing adequate personnel coverage for each forthcoming month. This monthly schedule is due to the date agreed upon with the COR or ACOR/GTM

· Maintain time and attendance records for all contract employees

· As a collateral duty, assist with the duties described for the program manager.

· These duties may be combined with another position depending on post needs.

Qualifications

· At least two years of program management or equivalent supervisory experience with a program of similar size to this contract.

· United States citizen

· Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Security Service (DSS) prior to contract performance.

· Maintain eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if necessitated by specific post requirement.

· Effective interpersonal skills and mastery of the English language, both written and verbal.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, organize, and execute complex projects in

· harsh, non-permissive environments

· Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

· Knowledge of Arab culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations are strongly preferred.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties.

Database Manager - Overseas

· This position is located at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas primarily in designated high threat countries.

· Administer database organization, standards, controls, procedures and documentation.

· Implement data flow standards and support agency interoperability development.

· Support the management, development and maintenance of databases.

· Provide support of government oversight of information management procedures to improve intelligence flow, sharing and usability.

· Review and provide recommendations on software and hardware modifications or changes from an information management perspective.

· Research technical solutions and product specifications for intelligence systems enhancements, projects and programs to enhance architecture, databases and information flow.

· Manage, analyze, and mitigate the impact of technology changes on current and projected organizational requirements and work processes. Participate in Configuration Control/Review Boards as required.

· Conduct screening with use of organizational reference documents, in accordance with DSS Vetting Unit SOP and with appropriate Government oversight, and must adhere to the standards and procedures set out in FM 22-2 Human Intelligence Collector Operations.

· Review data collected and cross-reference intelligence collection priorities and plans, in order to ensure proper identification and categorization with screening SOPs and plan when necessary.

· Take photographs and use other biometric collection systems as applicable, to gather additional identifying data on interviewed person for screening report.

· Conduct other intelligence supporting activities related to intelligence support operations, with appropriate Government supervision and oversight.

· Support screening program designed to clear Host Country Nationals (HCN)s and Third Country Nationals (TCN)s and US persons for access to US facilities or recommend their denial of access.

Qualifications

· Minimum 4 years relevant database management experience.

· Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

· Possess a MS Office Specialist Certification or have advanced user knowledge of MS Access and MS Excel programs with a minimum of two years experience.

· Experience working with SharePoint is preferred

· Excellent troubleshooting skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Experience in, and excellent understanding of, enterprise database structure and design, capabilities and limitations, and replication/information sharing when working in a complex operational environment.

· Excellent understanding of intelligence information flow, collection, tasking, processing, exploitation and dissemination. Desired qualifications extensive background, implementing web information sharing technologies like Microsoft SharePoint and implementation or system level experience with any of following: CIDNE, DCGS-A, QueryTree, PathFinder, M3, Harmony.

· Must have experience with screening, screening tasks, and/or investigative questioning techniques and knowledgeable of SIPRNet search engines and database retrieval tools such as QueryTree and M3. Deployed experience is preferred.

· DoD civilian equivalent to one of the following: 35L/M, 351L/M, 180A, 18F, 35E (Strategic Debriefer or an individual with a similar skill set) or Federal, State or County detective level law enforcement experience.

· Problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize multiple and sometimes conflicting and complex tasks.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract performance.

· Must be in good physical condition in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions. Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties.

Security Liaison/Cultural Advisor (US Citizen) - Overseas

Under the direction of a DS Special Agent, the security liaison provides language-related and liaison services. Major duties and responsibilities include:

· Act as security liaison and interpreter for RSO at meetings with senior police/security personnel and translate correspondence and documents for liaison meetings.

· Liaise with local police, national security officials, non-governmental security officials and private sector/residential security representatives to keep the RSO informed of any activities or events.

· Use contacts to facilitate meetings between RSO and local officials. Act as the principal point of contact with local law enforcement organizations for VIP visits (to include POTUS, Cabinet secretaries, former POTUS, Congressional delegations and governors).

· Serves as the main contact for various USG security services charged with protective duties (facilitates meetings between American agents and senior host country security/police/military).

· Conduct investigative cross cultural interviews on behalf of the RSO for the purposes of employment suitability, criminal and administrative investigations. Make recommendations regarding investigative disposition to RSO.

Qualifications

The Contractor shall provide personnel who have the necessary experience, education, training and skills to perform the work and manage the requirements included in the contract. Requirements include:

· A minimum of five years’ experience as a linguist (written and spoken communications) is required. Experience as a security liaison in an overseas environment is highly desired.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DSS) prior to contract performance.

· Specifically designated personnel must be eligible to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if necessitated by specific post requirement.

· Excellent command of both the English and the target language(s), as specified in Exhibit H. Demonstrated language proficiency for English and the target language(s) of at least S4 (speaking) and R4 (reading), as classified by the U.S. Department of State’s School of Language Studies, or at the Superior level, as classified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Other equivalent commercial proficiency and testing standards will be accepted if approved by the COR.

· Knowledge of host country culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations are strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties (See Section H.4.3).

· All security liaisons must be capable of performing the following duties, as may be assigned at any time:

Security Liaison/Cultural Advisor (Local National) - Overseas

Under the direction of a DS Special Agent, the security liaison provides language-related and liaison services. Major duties and responsibilities include:

· Act as security liaison and interpreter for RSO at meetings with senior police/security personnel and translate correspondence and documents for liaison meetings.

· Liaise with local police, national security officials, non-governmental security officials and private sector/residential security representatives to keep the RSO informed of any activities or events.

· Use contacts to facilitate meetings between RSO and local officials. Act as the principal point of contact with local law enforcement organizations for VIP visits (to include POTUS, Cabinet secretaries, former POTUS, Congressional delegations and governors).

· Serves as the main contact for various USG security services charged with protective duties (facilitates meetings between American agents and senior host country security/police/military).

· Conduct investigative cross cultural interviews on behalf of the RSO for the purposes of employment suitability, criminal and administrative investigations. Make recommendations regarding investigative disposition to RSO.

Qualifications

The Contractor shall provide personnel who have the necessary experience, education, training and skills to perform the work and manage the requirements included in the contract. Requirements include:

· A minimum of five years’ experience as a linguist (written and spoken communications) is required. Experience as a security liaison in an overseas environment is highly desired.

· Local National

· Favorable vetting by the host country Regional Security Officer (RSO) in accordance with local standards prior to contract performance.

· Successful passing of polygraph if necessitated by specific post requirement

· Excellent command of both the English and the target language(s), as specified in Exhibit H. Demonstrated language proficiency for English and the target language(s) of at least S4 (speaking) and R4 (reading), as classified by the U.S. Department of State’s School of Language Studies, or at the Superior level, as classified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Other equivalent commercial proficiency and testing standards will be accepted if approved by the COR.

· Knowledge of host country culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations are strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties (See Section H.4.3).

· All security liaisons must be capable of performing the following duties, as may be assigned at any time:

a. Monitoring (listening to), translating and synopsizing content of real-time oral communications recordings.

b. Transcribing from storage media, but not limited to audiocassettes, videocassettes or digital media and typing in both the required target language(s) and English.

Identity Intelligence Analyst (IA) (US Citizen) - Overseas

Under the direction of a DS Special Agent, the IA support specialist provides vetting-related services. Major duties and responsibilities include:

· Conducts screenings on various individuals with either access to Chief of Mission facilities or who are hired into a position that allows them knowledge of Chief of Mission operations.

· Conducts liaisons, supports security/operational security/force protection programs and produces timely written reports and assessments.

· Provides direct support to the Regional Security Office (RSO) as appropriate, which frees RSO assets for other duties.

· Provides routine and recurring support to RSO IA and HUMINT activities from fixed and secure locations (defined facilities and properties).

· Conduct screening of applicants with use of organizational reference documents, in accordance with RSO standard operating procedures (SOPs) and with appropriate Government oversight, and must adhere to the standards and procedures set out by RSO.

· Review the data collected and cross-reference intelligence collection priorities and plans, in order to ensure proper identification and categorization with screening SOPs.

· Input and submit (on a daily basis) RSO-designated investigative checks (i.e., Name Checks and Interagency Checks) and provide results to Identity Intelligence Analysts for review.

· Enroll with use of biometric collection systems as applicable, to gather additional identifying data on interviewed person for screening report.

· Provide analysis, research, assistance, training, and support for the vetting of local national employees and job applicants, as well as other individuals as needed, for Regional Security Offices at U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide.

· Utilizes numerous datasets, specialized tools, and advanced research and analytical techniques to identify and analyze individuals that may pose a threat to U.S. and State Department interests; identifies opportunities to mitigate threats through a variety of analytical processes; validates the significance of data; and makes recommendations regarding the mitigation of threats.

· Conducts analysis of biometric and biographic information on individuals of interest utilizing the Biometric Identity Intelligence Resource (BI2R) and other relevant databases, to determine if they pose a risk to U.S. State Department personnel or facilities.

· Independently identify, research, and review pertinent application information for any possible threat information, and draft analysis of any threat information developed, to be provided to RSOs around the world, CCV management, and senior DS management.

· Plans, develops, and leads in-depth all-source analysis, using traditional and non-traditional classified and unclassified sources of intelligence.

· Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

The Contractor shall provide personnel who have the necessary experience, education, training and skills to perform the work and manage the requirements included in the contract. Requirements include:

1. Minimum of 4 years of relevant intelligence analysis experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 6 years with no Degree. Experience must be with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of State, or an equivalent U.S. Government agency. Experience should include Military Occupational Specialties 35F, 350F, 35O, 18F, other military service equivalents, or GS-0132 series

1. Knowledge of the Arabic language and culture is strongly desired.

1. Must be a United States citizen

1. Secret or Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract performance. The level of security vetting required shall be specified at the task order level and shall be determined by specific post requirement.

1. Specifically designated personnel must be eligible for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if necessitated by specific post requirement.

1. Knowledge of host country culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

1. Experience working in a high-threat environment is desirable.

1. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

1. Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties preferable.

Vetting Technical Support Specialist - Overseas

· This position is located at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas primarily in designated high threat countries.

· Maintain and service all biometric and peripheral equipment required to enroll, process, and vet personnel (the Diplomatic Security Identity Assurance System and associated peripherals, other mobile biometric collection systems, etc.), to include planning, operation, optimization, security administration, maintenance, and network management.

· Responsible for working with post IRM personnel to identify and resolve network connectivity issues, conduct software and hardware upgrades, and performance of general maintenance of laptops, peripherals, and mobile biometric equipment.

· Perform document and media exploitation and train other vetting personnel on the use of document and media exploitation equipment.

· Assist in the management and procurement of consumables associated with the Department’s biometric enrollment devices.

· Perform Temporary Duty at any RSO Office world-wide to provide vetting technical support to the RSO mission of vetting locally engaged staff employees and job applicants.

· Design, develop, prepare, and conduct training based on established course materials for biometric systems including mobile biometric equipment.

· Perform biometric enrollments using the Diplomatic Security Identity Assurance System on local nationals seeking employment.

· Provide regional training on the Department’s biometric enrollment devices to Foreign Service National Investigators (FSNIs) within the Embassy’s Regional Security Office (RSO).

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· A minimum of four years of experience maintaining U.S. Government biometric enrollment systems in the field overseas (including mobile biometric systems).

· Experience identifying and resolving network connectivity issues, and conducting software upgrades, hardware upgrades, and general maintenance of laptop computers and mobile biometric systems.

· The ability to develop and conduct training on biometric enrollment systems including mobile biometric enrolment systems.

· Must have experience with CELLEX collection and analysis.

· Must be able to independently conduct CELLEX uploads, exploitations, and interpretation of results using classified exploitation systems.

· Problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize multiple and sometimes conflicting and complex tasks.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DSCA) prior to contract performance.

· Maintain eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if necessitated by specific post requirement.

· Must be in good physical condition in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions.

Vetting Administrative Assistant - Overseas

Administrative

· Support the vetting program designed to clear both host country nationals and third country nationals for access to Chief of Mission facilities or recommend their denial of access.

· Maintains case files on third country nationals and local national applicants/employees.

· Receiving, opening and closing cases in the case tracking database.

· Uploading supporting documents including personally identifiable information and security sensitive documents.

· Schedules applicants for investigative interviews, polygraph exams, and biometric enrollment appointments.

· Arranges for transportation of all applicants within the secure zone around the Embassy or Consulate.

· Utilize DSIAS to biometrically enroll locally employed staff and job applicants at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

· Perform database checks of job applicants using TECS, CCD and other appropriate databases.

· Creating/producing security certifications for RSO signature.

· Communicates orally and in writing, directly with applicants, sponsors, American supervisors, and contractor personnel as required.

· Completes daily Visit Access Requests for applicants requiring entry to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate compound for vetting investigations, biometric enrollment, and badge issuance.

· Arrange housing, phone issuance, and transportation for TDY visitors.

· Confirm flight itineraries and submit Electronic Country Clearances (eCC).

· Maintain expendable supplies and reorder supplies using the Department’s Ariba ordering system.

· Submit LES payroll forms to payroll after review of USG direct-hire supervisor.

· Ensures the proper storage and maintenance of accumulated data (classified and unclassified).

· Other duties as assigned

Case Processing and Customer Service

· Reviews and processes all cases in online case management systems. Such cases include all Third Country Nationals, all Locally Employed Staff (direct-hire and contractor), and all vendors and irregular visitors to post who are classified as Day Workers.

· Responsible for approving (quality control) all acceptable cases in online case management systems that meet predetermined guidelines and requirements, while rejecting all cases which are incomplete, require corrections, or those that are missing the required supporting document attachments.

· Works directly with the RSO Badge Office to ensure that all un-cleared personnel requesting Embassy badges have valid security certificates.

· Prepares applicant case files for adjudication after the completion of the entire vetting process.

· Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing with customers and all constituents.

Information Gathering & Dissemination

· Summarizes and disseminates derogatory case information for nomination to various law enforcement and intelligence watch lists. Writes memorandums for inclusion with watch list nominations.

· Responsible for gathering statistics from the case tracking database and presenting them to Case Managers and Case Agents for analysis; to include statistics on open/closed cases, cases pending adjudication, and overdue cases.

· Communicates directly with applicants and their sponsors to provide and receive information relevant to the investigative process.

· Monitors and manages the primary email box used by the entire RSO Vetting unit while exercising discretion on which communications to forward, prioritize, and archive.

Investigative

· Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, executive orders, and directives promulgated by Congress, the Secretary of State, and the Director of National Intelligence to achieve goals and objectives.

· Researches, reviews, and complies information from vetting applicants for review and release to other US Government agencies by an ARSO.

· Conducts and analyzes background record checks and manages all results and data received from DS/PSS and other investigative databases.

· Coordinates with ARSO supervisor on case status and derogatory information received and assists with locating case files on short notice.

Qualifications

· Must have two years administration experience

· Must be a United States citizen

· Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract performance.

· Excellent command of the English language with the ability to communication effectively both orally and in writing.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations preferred.

· Must have a demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and should possess advanced web search techniques and understanding of current workplace technology.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions.

· Must possess strong customer service skills.

Linguist (US Citizen) - Overseas

· This position is located at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas primarily in designated high threat countries.

· Interpret and translate verbal communications; provide translation services during interviews (including during polygraph examinations) and meetings; and transcribe and analyze spoken communications.

· Interpret oral conversations concurrently/simultaneously.

· Interpret and translate written communications; review and analyze foreign language documents for key information; and prepare documents in English and the target language(s).

· Prepare typed English translations from other source media.

· Perform quality control review of completed work and validate the accuracy of completed translations and transcriptions.

· Ensure communications and translations are conveyed and understood in the proper context.

· Observe and analyze culture-specific non-verbal indicators and cues as they relate to written or spoken communications.

· Provide administrative support related to specific areas of assignment.

· Perform Temporary Duty at any RSO Office world-wide to work as a Vetting Support Linguist to support the RSO mission of vetting locally engaged staff employees and job applicants.

· Undertake any other auxiliary duties as assigned to support the DS/ICI/CCV mission.

· Ensures the proper storage and maintenance of accumulated data (classified and unclassified).

Qualifications The Contractor shall provide personnel who have the necessary experience, education, training and skills to perform the work and manage the requirements included in the contract. Requirements include:

· A minimum of three years’ experience as a linguist (written and spoken communications) is required. Experience in an overseas environment is highly desired.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Secret or Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract performance. The level of security vetting required shall be specified at the task order level and shall be determined by specific post requirement.

· Excellent command of both the English and the target language(s) including any specific dialect required for the location of work performance. Demonstrated language proficiency for English and the target language(s) of at least S4 (speaking) and R4 (reading), as classified by the U.S. Department of State’s School of Language Studies, or at the Superior level, as classified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Other equivalent commercial proficiency and testing standards will be accepted if approved by the COR.

· Knowledge of host country culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations are strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions

· All linguists must be capable of performing the following duties, as may be assigned at any time:

a. Monitoring (listening to), translating and synopsizing content of real-time oral communications recordings.

b. Transcribing from storage media, but not limited to audiocassettes, videocassettes or digital media and typing in both the required target language(s) and English.

Linguist (Local National) - Overseas

· This position is located at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas primarily in designated high threat countries.

· Interpret and translate verbal communications; provide translation services during interviews (including during polygraph examinations) and meetings; and transcribe and analyze spoken communications.

· Interpret oral conversations concurrently/simultaneously.

· Interpret and translate written communications; review and analyze foreign language documents for key information; and prepare documents in English and the target language(s).

· Prepare typed English translations from other source media.

· Perform quality control review of completed work and validate the accuracy of completed translations and transcriptions.

· Ensure communications and translations are conveyed and understood in the proper context.

· Observe and analyze culture-specific non-verbal indicators and cues as they relate to written or spoken communications.

· Provide administrative support related to specific areas of assignment.

· Perform Temporary Duty at any RSO Office world-wide to work as a Vetting Support Linguist to support the RSO mission of vetting locally engaged staff employees and job applicants.

· Undertake any other auxiliary duties as assigned to support the DS/ICI/CCV mission.

· Ensures the proper storage and maintenance of accumulated unclassified data.

The Contractor shall provide personnel who have the necessary experience, education, training and skills to perform the work and manage the requirements included in the contract. Requirements include:

· A minimum of three years’ experience as a linguist (written and spoken communications) is required.

· Excellent command of both the English and the target language(s) including any specific dialect required for the location of work performance. Demonstrated language proficiency for English and the target language(s) of at least S4 (speaking) and R4 (reading), as classified by the U.S. Department of State’s School of Language Studies, or at the Superior level, as classified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Other equivalent commercial proficiency and testing standards will be accepted if approved by the COR.

· Knowledge of host country culture, traditions, and customs is highly desirable.

· Experience working in a high-threat environment and experience with U.S. Department of State security operations are strongly preferred.

· Local National

· Favorable vetting by the host country Regional Security Officer (RSO) in accordance with local standards prior to contract performance.

· Successful passing of polygraph if necessitated by specific post requirements

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups from various levels and backgrounds.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused.

· Must be in good physical condition with no health deficiencies, either temporary or long-lasting, that would impair performance of duties in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions

· All linguists must be capable of performing the following duties, as may be assigned at any time:

a. Monitoring (listening to), translating and synopsizing content of real-time oral communications recordings.

b. Transcribing from storage media, but not limited to audiocassettes, videocassettes or digital media and typing in both the required target language(s) and English.

Identity Vetting Specialist - Overseas

· This position is located at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas primarily in designated high threat countries.

· Support the vetting program designed to clear both host country nationals and third country nationals for access to Chief of Mission facilities or recommend their denial of access.

· Schedules and conducts in-depth counterintelligence and counterterrorism vetting interviews of locally employed staff job applicants and locally employed staff undergoing a renewal of their security certification. Also conduct interviews specifically related to polygraph failures and any other investigations under the direction of the Regional Security Officer.

· Provide timely written Memorandums of Interview for RSO review and approval.

· Compile information provided by Identity Intelligence Analysts into a final vetting report for RSO review and approval.

· Interviews walk-in sources, conducts liaison, supports security/force protection programs and produces timely written reports and assessments.

· Provide analytical support for the conduct of polygraph examinations as required by RSO SOPs.

· Provide direct support to the Regional Security Office as appropriate, thereby freeing Regional Security Officers for other duties.

· Ensure that individuals who pose a potential threat to U.S. interests are added to appropriate watch lists and that information regarding these individuals is shared with Regional Security Officers in a timely manner.

· Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, executive orders, and directives promulgated by Congress, the Secretary of State, and the Director of National Intelligence to achieve goals and objectives.

· Answer e-mail inquiries from other offices regarding threat information. Responses should provide analysis and assessment, as necessary, and should be sent in a timeframe commensurate with the urgency of the threat.

· Prepare and present oral briefings on their findings to CCV management and other DS offices as appropriate.

· Participate in foreign travel for the purpose of deploying DSIAS to new locations at U.S. Embassies and Consulates. This duty includes providing training to Foreign Service National Investigators on DSIAS and conducting mass enrollments of locally employed staff into DSIAS.

· Perform Temporary Duty at any RSO Office world-wide to work as a Vetting Specialist to support the RSO mission of vetting locally engaged staff employees and job applicants.

· Utilize DSIAS to biometrically enroll locally employed staff and job applicants at U.S. Embassies and Consulates world-wide.

· Undertake any other auxiliary duties as assigned to support the DS/ICI/CCV mission.

· Ensures the proper storage and maintenance of accumulated data (classified and unclassified).

Qualifications

· Four years’ experience as trained counterintelligence agent. Such experienced may be gained through former service in the following Department of Defense Military Occupational Specialties, or other military service equivalent, or their civilian equivalents: 35L (Counterintelligence Agent), 35M (Human Intelligence Collector), 351L (Counterintelligence Technician), 351M (Human Intelligence Collection Technician) and/or Civilian Law Enforcement Intelligence Specialist 132 and Criminal Investigator 1811

· Must have experience with personnel vetting, and/or investigative questioning techniques and be knowledgeable regarding classified search engines and databases related to the personnel vetting process.

· Experience with CELLEX collection and analysis highly desirable.

· Ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation to officials with regard to the interpretation and application of intelligence information.

· Skill in oral and written communication to prepare and present analysis, provide guidance, solicit information, defend proposals, and negotiate agreements.

· Experience in the collection, analysis and dissemination of foreign affairs and terrorism-related information.

· Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all organization and management levels both inside and outside the Department in order to establish and maintain liaison with individuals representing a broad range of organizations and interests involved in and affected by Directorate programs. This includes Intelligence Community and other Executive Branch agencies.

· Problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize multiple and sometimes conflicting and complex tasks.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Secret or Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract performance. The level of security vetting required shall be specified at the task order level and shall be determined by specific post requirement.

· Specifically designated personnel must be eligible for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if necessitated by specific post requirement.

· Must be in good physical condition in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions.

Identify Intelligence Assistant (Entry Level) - Domestic

· Assist with analysis, research, training, and support for the vetting of local national employees and job applicants, as well as other individuals as needed, for Regional Security Offices at U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide.

· Assist with conducting analysis of biometric and biographic information on individuals of interest utilizing the Biometric Identity Intelligence Resource (BI2R) and other relevant databases, to determine if they pose a risk to U.S. State Department personnel or facilities.

· Assist with identifying, researching, and reviewing pertinent application information for any possible threat information, and draft analysis of any threat information developed, to be provided to RSOs around the world, CCV management, and senior DS management.

· Assists Junior, Mid-Level, and Senior Identity Intelligence Analysts with ensuring that individuals who pose a potential threat to U.S. interests are added to appropriate watch lists and that information regarding these individuals is shared with Regional Security Officers in a timely manner.

· Comply with laws, regulations, executive orders, and directives promulgated by Congress, the Secretary of State, and the Director of National Intelligence to achieve goals and objectives.

· Support the preparation and presenting of oral briefings on their findings to CCV management and other DS offices as appropriate.

· Assist Junior, Mid-Level, or Senior Identity Intelligence Analysts with providing training on the Diplomatic Security Identity Assurance System (DSIAS) to students attending the Basic RSO, RSO In Service, Assistant Regional Security Officer-Investigations, the Foreign Service National Investigator, and Foreign Service National Investigator In Service training classes at the Diplomatic Security Training Center.

· Assist Junior, Mid-Level, and Senior Identity Intelligence Analysts with briefing DS Agents who are transferring to posts with DSIAS on the DSIAS system and the overall DS vetting program.

· Foreign travel, as needed, to assist with the deploying of DSIAS to new locations at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

· Assist with DSIAS to biometrically enroll locally employed staff and job applicants at U.S. Embassies and Consulates world-wide.

· Ensures the proper storage and handling of classified and unclassified material.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Graduation from a U.S. Government all source intelligence analyst or Counterintelligence, Human Resource Intelligence (CI/HUMINT) course. Experience must be with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation Department of State, or an equivalent U.S. Government agency and should include training in Military Occupational Specialties 35F, 350F, 35O, 18F, other military service equivalents, or GS-0132 series.

· Or qualifying with a College degree, from a four year U.S. accredited, in one of the following areas: Political Science, International Affairs, Area Studies, or related filed of study.

· Must be proficient in utilizing computer databases and intelligence related automated systems to support analytical efforts and product development.

· Ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation to officials with regard to the interpretation and application of analysis.

· Skill in oral and written communication to prepare and present analysis, provide guidance, solicit information, defend proposals, and negotiate agreements.

· Problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize multiple and sometimes conflicting and complex tasks.

· Must be able to operate as part of a team, cooperate effectively with other team members, and be mission focused, and able to work idependently.

· Must be a United States citizen

· Secret or Top Secret personnel security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract performance. The level of security vetting required shall be specified at the task order level and shall be determined by specific post requirement.

· Specifically designated personnel must be eligible for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if necessitated by specific post requirement.

· Must be in good physical condition in order to perform overseas travel to high threat locations that may involve extended travel time and exposure to dangerous conditions that require use of personal protective equipment while exercising special safety precautions.

Junior Identity Intelligence Specialist - Domestic

· Provide analysis, research, assistance, training, and support for the vetting of local national employees and job applicants, as well as other individuals as needed, for Regional Security Offices at U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide.

· Utilizes numerous databases, specialized tools, and advanced research and analytical techniques to identify and analyze individuals that may pose a threat to U.S. and State Department interests; identifies opportunities to mitigate threats through a variety of analytical processes; validates the significance of data; and makes recommendations regarding the mitigation of threats.

· Conducts analysis of biometric and biographic information on individuals of interest utilizing the Biometric Identity Intelligence Resource (BI2R) and other relevant databases, to determine if they pose a risk to U.S. State Department personnel or facilities.

· Identify, research, and review pertinent application information for any possible threat information, and draft analysis of any threat information developed, to be provided to RSOs around the world, CCV management, and senior DS management.

· Conducts in-depth all-source analysis, using traditional and non-traditional classified and unclassified sources of intelligence.

· Ensure that individuals who pose a potential threat to U.S. interests are added to appropriate watch lists and that information regarding these individuals is shared with Regional Security Officers in a timely manner.

· Comply with laws, regulations, executive orders, and directives promulgated by Congress, the Secretary of State, and the Director of National Intelligence to achieve goals and objectives.

· Recommends e-mail responses to other offices regarding threat information. Responses should provide analysis and assessment, as necessary, and should be sent in a timeframe commensurate with the urgency of the threat.

· Prepare and present oral briefings on their findings to CCV management and other DS offices as appropriate.

· Assist Mid-Level or Senior Identity Intelligence Analysts with providing training on the Diplomatic Security Identity Assurance System (DSIAS) to students attending the Basic RSO, RSO In Service, Assistant Regional Security Officer-Investigations, the Foreign Service National Investigator, and Foreign Service National Investigator In Service training classes at the Diplomatic Security Training Center.

· Assist Mid-Level or Senior Identity Intelligence Analysts with briefing DS Agents who are transferring to posts with DSIAS on the DSIAS system and the overall DS vetting program.

· Participate in foreign travel for the purpose of deploying DSIAS to new locations at U.S. Embassies and Consulates. This duty includes providing training to Foreign Service National Investigators on DSIAS and conducting mass enrollments of locally employed staff into DSIAS.

· Perform Temporary Duty at any…