Inspector General

U.S. Army Cyber Command • Fort Meade, MD

11h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Department of Defense Cyber Excepted Service (CES), in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1599f, and is located at Fort Meade, Maryland. The role serves as Deputy Inspector General, advising and assisting with management and conduct of the command’s Inspector General programs for assigned soldiers, civilians, and contractors based throughout the Continental United States. The position is in the Supervisory/Management Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure.

The incumbent is responsible for quality control of Inspector General inspection reports, investigations, and other released correspondence; reviewing and acting on extremely sensitive complaints; developing the Commanding General’s annual inspection plan; preparing replies to complaints from Army, DoD, congressional, executive, and command sources; and directing and reviewing inspected operations. The position requires a Top Secret security clearance, successful completion of Army Inspector General training, maintenance of IG qualification, and an Inspector General oath of office. TDY may be required up to 30% of the time, and the position is subject to initial and periodic random drug testing.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed for immediate success in the position.
• Experience conducting complex investigations, inspections, and assistance functions within a military or federal oversight, compliance, or audit organization.
• Experience advising senior leadership on organizational effectiveness, compliance, and ethical conduct.
• Experience developing investigation and inquiry plans to identify fraud, waste, and abuse of power.
• Experience developing inspection plans using processes identified in AR 20-1 and the Inspector General Inspections Guide to isolate systemic problems and identify corrective actions.
• Experience analyzing and evaluating Inspector General cases and complaints, including referrals from the Department of the Army Inspector General, Department of Defense Hotline Complaints, and Whistleblower Reprisal allegations, and recommending policy or procedural changes.
• Experience developing and delivering training, guidance, or mentorship to staff on Inspector General functions, policies, and procedures.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Pass initial and periodic random drug testing; the position is designated as a Testing Designated Position.
• Successfully complete the initial three-week Army Inspector General Course within 90 days of employment and subsequently complete a one-week IG Refresher Course in accordance with AR 20-1.
• Take the Inspector General oath of office.
• Pass a suitability or fitness determination as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Complete a three-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist in managing and conducting the command’s Inspector General programs for assigned soldiers, civilians, and contractors based throughout the Continental United States.
• Ensure quality control of all inspection reports, investigations, and other correspondence released by the Inspector General.
• Review and act on extremely sensitive complaints that may create wide exposure and a high degree of interest; resolve issues or controversies unless they are significant enough to require discussion with the Inspector General.
• Identify topics and develop the Commanding General’s annual inspection plan based on long-range planning and analysis of trends and issues.
• Prepare replies to complaints received from the Department of the Army Inspector General, DoD Inspector General, Congress, the Executive Branch, Army Cyber Command, and NETCOM.
• Direct, observe, and review all phases of inspected operations, including organizational effectiveness and efficiency, compliance with established procedures, administrative effectiveness, and efficient managerial practices and techniques.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that the move is in the Government’s interest.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed