Financial Systems Analyst (Cyber)
Indianapolis, IN - USA
Job Summary
- EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 13 TO ACCOMODATE HOLIDAY
- Who may apply: See Hiring Path below.
- Applicants applying for Cleveland may be placed at Bratenahl.
- We may use this announcement to fill other positions in the I&T Dir.
- This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information visit USA Hire Assessment.
- Assists and supports the functional analysis of existing systems proposed new systems and proposed upgrades to all aspects of current systems and related subsystems.
- Participates in monitoring testing evaluating and implementing systems changes.
- Assists senior analysts to conduct studies and surveys related to a specific module phase or work process of a major financial system.
- Assists in the operational review of both internal and external audit agencies. Incumbent participates in various aspects of projects involving operational/system changes caused by legislative regulatory or policy changes.
- Assists in the planning coordinating and compiling of complex financial data related to program and budget procurement auditing and reporting.
- Must be a U.S Citizen
- This national security position which may require access to classified information requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
- Registered for Selective Service (males born after)
- Suitable for Federal employment
- Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.
- In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
- Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification
- New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit .
**This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED REQUIRED DOCUMENTS HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions.
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-09) within the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Applying financial laws regulations and policies as they relate to financial systems operations; testing and updating user documentation for financial systems.
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 2 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period. Failure to become certified within the required time-frame may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at FM Certification
You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience education requirement 90 days after competitive appointment requirement and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.YOU MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS IF YOU ARE SUBSITUTING EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED
**This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED REQUIRED DOCUMENTS HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions.
- This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information visit USA Hire Assessment
- For Reasonable Accommodation Requests see the How You Will Be Evaluated section.
- Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification.
- Moving expenses will not be paid.
- The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) for which some appointees are eligible click here.
- For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement) you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.
- Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
- We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.
- Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
- As a condition of employment you may be required to serve a 1 year probation during which well evaluate if continued employment advances public interest. The evaluation considers: performance & conduct; needs & interests of the agency; if continued employment advances agency; if continued employment advances the efficiency of the Federal service. At the end of the probationary period employment will be terminated unless you receive certification that continued employment advances public interest.
- We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.
- This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
- Travel requirement is occasional.
- This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.
- Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
- Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25 Volume 300 here.
- Security Designation varies dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
- Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 () for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act exceptions and DFAS contact information.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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