About the position
The position involves full performance responsibilities related to identifying, articulating, and pursuing suspected immigration benefit fraud, as well as addressing egregious public safety cases and national security concerns. The role requires serving as a liaison and collaborating with various internal and external Department of Homeland Security entities to ensure adherence to national policies and procedures. The individual will be responsible for preparing concept and position papers aimed at enhancing a variety of policies, procedures, and projects. Additionally, the position entails coordinating, planning, and organizing briefings and information exchange-related programs and projects. The selected candidate will act as an expert in the development and dissemination of regulatory information, which includes standard operating procedures, operational manuals, and other background and security check information. The Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS) was established within USCIS to strengthen national security and the integrity of the country's legal immigration system. This is achieved by closely aligning the adjudication of immigration benefits and services with the identification of potential threats to national security and/or public safety, the detection and deterrence of fraud, and the use of law enforcement and intelligence information to ensure optimal security for U.S. communities. The FDNS systematically identifies updates and records indicators of fraudulent activities, manages fraud cases, identifies vulnerabilities and weaknesses that compromise the integrity of the legal immigration system, and coordinates logistical support in law enforcement and national security matters. The FDNS serves as the primary conduit for information sharing and collaboration with law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue suspected immigration benefit fraud and public safety cases.
- Serve as a liaison with internal and external Department of Homeland Security entities.
- Prepare concept and position papers to enhance policies and procedures.
- Coordinate and organize briefings and information exchange programs.
- Develop and disseminate regulatory information, including standard operating procedures and operational manuals.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position.
- Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure.
- Must pass a drug screening.
- Submit resume and supporting documentation.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
- Must meet residency requirements for applicants not currently employed by USCIS.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in analyzing immigration-related issues and benefit applications.
- Familiarity with immigration enforcement and anti-fraud programs.
Benefits
- Telework opportunities for eligible employees.
- Paid training programs including FDNS Officer Basic Training and USCIS BASIC Officer training.
