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Information Technology Specialist Student Trainee

United States Secret Service
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The selectee will serve as an Information Technology Specialist (Student Trainee) in the Office of the Chief Information Officer. Typical work assignments include:

  • Assisting with providing support and continuity of information technology operations, services, and support with respect to systems, equipment, applications, and databases.
  • Assisting with researching Information Technology problems using a variety of knowledgebase articles that assists the diagnosis of the problem and provides a remedial solution.
  • Assisting with documenting and diagnosing customer issues in response to customer requests for assistance under the continuous guidance of a mentor.

Apply for this exciting opportunity to impact mission critical support for investigative operations and the associated research and administrative functions of the Secret Service. This Student Trainee (Information Technology Specialist) position starts at a base salary of $35,947 (GS-3, step 1) or $40,351 (GS-4, step 1) with promotion potential to $58,686 (GS-05, step 10).

 

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

If selected for this position, you will be required to:

  • Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Tier 5 clearance. 
  • Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
  • Submit to a polygraph examination prior to your appointment.
  • Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
  • Sign a Participant Agreement upon entrance on duty.
  • Be a student that is socially disadvantaged1 currently enrolled as a freshman, sophomore, or junior at an institution of higher learning, with a particular focus on Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) - specifically, Historically Black Colleges or Universities.
  • Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at time of application and throughout internship appointment. (No rounding).
  • Have a declared major in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Information Technology (IT), cybersecurity, or intelligence-related field.
  • Be a sophomore, junior, or senior by the start of appointment (May 2025), and maintain enrollment on a full-time basis throughout appointment.

Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship (ICDF) Program is a Congressionally mandated program designed to help OHS recruit, retain, and reward the best and brightest. The program provides qualified students opportunities to work alongside highly skilled intelligence and cybersecurity professionals at OHS, gain hands-on technical experience, interact with experts and peers at professional development events, and expand their professional network.
 

Qualifications

BASIC ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible as an intern under the Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship Program (ICDF), you must be considered a socially disadvantaged student, currently enrolled as a freshman, sophomore, or junior at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI). A qualifying educational institution is defined as a college and/or university and educational institutions or curricula accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.

Candidates also:

  • Must remain in good academic standing as defined by the school, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale; and be a sophomore, junior, or senior by the start of appointment.
  • Must have declared a major in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Information Technology (IT), cybersecurity, or intelligence-related field.
  • Must maintain enrollment on a full-time basis and remain in good academic standing throughout the duration of the fellowship program, if selected.
  • Meet the DHS developed qualifications standards prior to appointment and any physical, suitability, security requirements and if applicable medical clearance.
  • If selected, must commit to twelve (12) consecutive weeks of full-time summer employment from the date of onboarding.

    In addition to meeting the above eligibility you must also meet the following minimum qualification for the respective grade(s) in which you are applying:

GS-03: You qualify for the GS-03 level (starting salary $35,947) if you possess the following:

  • Completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study.

 GS-04: You qualify for the GS-04 level (starting salary $40,351) if you possess the following:

  • Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree.


The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Students must maintain student eligibility and enrollment throughout the duration of the appointment (Applicants must be actively enrolled at an accredited institution). Applicants that have graduated or will graduate prior to the completion of the program are ineligible to participate.

PROGRAM COMPLETION AND PLACEMENT PROCESS:
Those who successfully complete the program, and who are eligible, may enter the placement process for employment within DHS in an excepted service position. Permanent placement is not guaranteed, but the expectation is that projected growth within DHS in intelligence and cybersecurity will provide a variety of employment opportunities.

To be eligible for the placement process, participants must have completed the following:

  • Obtained a bachelor's degree in a STEM, IT, cybersecurity, or intelligence field.
  • Earned a GPA of at least a 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Completed 480 hours of work at the Department.
  • Participated in designated technical and core training.
  • Collaborated with subject matter expert mentors in intelligence and cybersecurity.
  • Completed a challenge project (as designated by the agency).
  • Successful job performance.

Education

This position has an education requirement you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes the following: name, name of the educational institution, declared degree program, anticipated date of degree conferral, course title(s), credits completed, grade received, and date of completion and Grade Point Average (GPA).