About the opportunity
This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Acquisition, Business Operations Division. Joining Customs & Border Protection allows you to provide expert advice and analysis to management on various functions and activities of management processes, systems, and mission support programs. You will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals involved in planning and programming functions, executing business and acquisition management resources, evaluating business management processes, and recommending appropriate actions for acquisition programs. Typical duties include overall schedule management using Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), conducting Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA), serving as an internal consultant on organizational development projects, and planning briefings for executive management.
Salary and benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
- Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
- Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program
- Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
- Flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, and transportation subsidies
- Uniform allowance, health and wellness programs, and fitness centers
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service
- Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (with specific waiver exceptions available)
- Must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-13) performing duties such as developing program and project schedules supporting GAO/CBP best practices, conducting Schedule Risk Assessments, and maintaining Integrated Master Schedule baselines
- Must meet all qualification requirements and Time in Grade requirements by 09/01/2026
Required documents
- A resume in English containing full legal name, phone number, relevant work history, detailed description of duties, dates performed (MM/DD/YY), hours worked per week, job title, and series, grade, and salary (maximum two pages)
- Responses to the job questionnaire
- Responses to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment
- SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing competitive status if a current or former federal employee
- Recent rating of record (performance appraisal) if a former federal employee separated for over 52 weeks
- Separation notice or equivalent documentation if claiming special priority selection rights under CTAP, ICTAP, or RPL
- DD 214 or supporting veteran documentation if applying under a veteran appointing authority
When to apply
- Applications open on August 26, 2026
- Application deadline is September 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Click the Apply Online button on USAJOBS
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation
- Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on September 1, 2026
- Complete the required USA Hire Assessments within the specified deadline after receiving your unique assessment access link
Additional information
- All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English
- Applicants are subject to a thorough background investigation, drug testing, and a one-year probationary period for new federal employees
- Telework is generally not available, though limited exemptions may apply
- This is a DHS Acquisition Certification covered position requiring DHS Level III certification in FAC P/PM within 18 months of placement
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates possessing one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in program and project schedule management.
- Professionals skilled in executing Integrated Master Schedules, conducting Schedule Risk Analysis, and supporting GAO/CBP best practices.
- U.S. citizens meeting primary residency requirements who want to contribute to national homeland security operations.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site with telework generally unavailable, meaning you must be prepared to work in Washington, DC or Ashburn, VA.
- Applicants must complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment within a specific deadline and undergo a thorough background investigation, drug testing, and a one-year probationary period.
- New incumbents must secure DHS Level III certification in FAC P/PM within 18 months of placement.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This GS-14 position fits professionals looking to advance their federal career by taking on high-level advisory and acquisition management responsibilities within a major national security agency.
Our take
Experienced federal and private-sector schedule analysts ready for executive-level acquisition support will find this a strong match, while those requiring remote work should look elsewhere.
Ready to apply?
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