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ICDF-Student Trainee (Intelligence Research Specialist)

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
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Duties

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

Typical work assignments include, but are not limited to:

  • Analyze simple problems regarding changes in procedures, workflow, and conduct operations.
  • Analyze data and information from one or multiple sources to conduct preparation of
    the operational environment.
  • Respond to requests for information,
  • Supports the work of the organization to ensure smooth operation, timely submission of deliverables and/services, and provides effective customer support.
  • Assists intelligence research specialists and the supervisor in conducting program functions

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:

  • Obtain a bachelor's degree in a STEM, IT, cybersecurity, or intelligence field;
  • 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; and
  • Completed a challenge project (as designated by the agency).

Program Benefits:

  • First-hand, practical experience in intelligence or cybersecurity disciplines;
  • Individual Development Plans (IDP) providing a roadmap for professional development;
  • Participation in high priority challenging projects;
  • Formal and informal training in core and technical competencies;
  • Access to mentors who will provide advice and support; and
  • May be eligible for tuition assistance.