Export Policy Analyst

Summary This vacancy is for a Export Policy Analyst in the Bureau of Industry and Security within the Department of Commerce. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency This position is being advertised under Direct-Hire Authority. Under this authority, competitive rating, ranking and veterans' preference procedures do not apply. Duties As a Export Policy Analyst, you will perform the following duties: Serves as an expert Export Policy Analyst and decision-maker responsible for analysis of complex international trade compliance, policy analysis, and ensuring compliance with stringent U.S. export laws such as the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Export Control Reform Act (ECRA); and makes decisions and executes or directs analytic actions to explore, reconcile, and resolve major uncertainties, obscure data patterns, and conflicting objectives that arise from evolving export control requirements, emerging technologies, and shifting geopolitical conditions. Conducts data-driven projects supporting export control policies on country specific priorities, semiconductors, SI, and other dual-use items. Designs, develops, and maintains complex data models that integrate large, multi-source datasets to identify anomalies, patterns, and risk indicators within international trade activity. Queries, manipulates, and analyzes high-volume datasets using established programming languages and database query methods to generate actionable insights for policy, licensing, and enforcement missions. Performs advanced data analytics and economic research to evaluate U.S. and foreign trade flows, potential matches in restricted party screening and reviewing foreign national access to determine if necessary, suggestions for policy or regulator changes or simplifications. Researches and analyzes the impact of new export control policies and trade policies on industry and internal organizational operations; and writes, reviews and updates export control policies, procedures, and training materials within the export administration program area. Contributes to innovation initiatives by researching and recommending/advising on new analytic approaches, automation techniques, and best practices to enhance the Bureau's data-driven capabilities. Produces well-structured written reports, interactive dashboards, decision-support tools and visualizations that translate complex quantitative findings into actionable insights for BIS leadership, interagency partners, and operational teams in a clear and accessible manner. Acts as a liaison between internal departments, Interagency, and external government entities (e.g. BIS OCIO, DOC Chief Data Officer, CBP, and Census Bureau, Departments of State, Defense, Energy, Treasury, U. S Customs, Commerce, and foreign officials), on complex responses/analyses, data governance and system modernization and improvements. Collaborates with mission, policy, and enforcement stakeholders to understand data requirements, refine analytical questions, and translate operational needs into rigorous analytic workflows. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Export Policy Analyst GS-1101-12/13, Full Performance Level (FPL:13), positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location or local commuting area with the same qualifications and specialized experience. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. This position requires a TOP SECRET/SCI CLEARANCE : Any required investigations and clearances must be completed before the selectee can be placed in the position. You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial i…

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