About this role
Job SummaryOrganizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Accountability, Management Inspections Division, located in Washington, DC. Additional selections may be made for other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.
QualificationsSpecialized Experience: GS-13: You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Analyzing audit findings to identify deficiencies, root causes, and corrective actions to improve program effectiveness and compliance. Applying audit laws, policies, and guidance to support audit coordination, responses, follow-up, and internal control activities. Coordinating with program offices, oversight entities, and leadership to track audit requests, milestones, and recommendation status. Preparing reports and briefings summarizing audit findings, risks, corrective actions, and recommendation progress. Supporting cross-functional audit responses by reviewing evidence, monitoring corrective actions, and facilitating audit recommendation closure. GS-14: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Leading complex program or audit analyses to evaluate performance, risk, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. Applying audit guidance, evaluation methods, and corrective action frameworks to address oversight findings. Coordinating responses to audit findings, including input collection, progress tracking, and corrective action review. Preparing reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior officials on audit status, risks, and improvement opportunities. Serving as a technical advisor or liaison on audit processes, tracking systems, documentation, and issue resolution. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must: Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and Meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 09/01/2026. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For additional information on the preemployment process, review the following link: Applicant Resources | CBP Careers Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency waiver by meeting one or more of the following conditions: Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government Probationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. View information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the Required Documents section of this announcement. CONTINUED FROM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION: Additional Hiring and Special Appointing Authorities: See "THIS JOB IS OPEN TO" section above for what additional Appointing Authorities may apply. Veterans, military spouses, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and people with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility and to understand what documentation would be required with your application, please click on the appropriate link below. You must provide documentation supporting your eligibility prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the CBP Hiring Center via the contact information listed at the end of this job opportunity announcement. Veterans Military spouses Effective until December 31, 2028, any spouse of a member on active duty may be eligible Individuals with Disabilities The proof of disability documentation must specify that you are eligible to apply using Schedule A. It does NOT need to detail your specific disability, medical history or need for accommodation. For more information visit this link. Peace Corps and VISTA Land Management Hiring Flexibility Act: The following documents are required at the time of application: SF-50s to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility requirements and the most recent performance rating signed by your supervisor or a statement from your supervisor documenting acceptable performance. Other miscellaneous hiring authorities
Major DutiesJoining Customs & Border Protection (CBP), Office of Accountability, will allow you to utilize your expertise in providing analysis of internal and external audit work products on a wide range of programs. This position starts at a salary of $121,785.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $187,093.00 (GS-14, Step 10) . Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's ability to perform homeland security functions by acting as the audit liaison for the Office of Accountability and analyzing mission resource needs, program health, and measuring organizational performance. GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. In this Management and Program Analyst (Audit) position you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals involved in maintaining broad-based audit oversight program that provide leadership with information concerning performance and effectiveness of operations and management; providing leadership with diagnostic tools to measure overall health of the organization and to identify deficiencies; working on a wide range of projects and studies involving broad and in-depth analysis and evaluation; serving as a subject matter expert on audits; developing and delivering briefing and presentations; and developing audit responses and authoritative guidance. Typical work assignments include: Serving as the principal authority and lead strategist for independently conducting and interpreting highly complex, cross-cutting programmatic and operational issues identified through internal and external audits impacting CBP, DHS, and government-wide programs. Providing expert leadership and authoritative guidance in the strategic analysis of audit processes, offering critical advice on complex program issues related to the conduct, monitoring, and oversight of audits, ensuring alignment with generally accepted government auditing standards. Independently leading and meticulously coordinating CBP's responses to audit findings and recommendations, ensuring that all responses are comprehensive, timely, and strategically aligned with the overarching goals and objectives of both CBP and DHS. Preparing and presenting high-level reports, detailed analyses, and concise briefings for senior executives and officials (e.g., Senior Executive Service (SES) members, political appointees) on the current status of audits, the progress of resolution efforts, and the effectiveness of corrective actions implemented. Serving as a senior advisor to CBP and DHS executive leadership, providing strategic counsel and directing recommendations on high-profile audits, their potential operational implications, and reputational risks.RequirementsYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position 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 (additional details below) All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English You may be required to pass a background investigation CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures As an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees, and to CBP employees specifically, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty, these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity, to ensure such employment or business activity is not prohibited and does not interfere or conflict with performance of your official duties. Please review further details via the following link. DHS uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities. Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under the bargaining unit.