Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Operations Support, Laboratories and Scientific Services, located in Sterling, VA.. Responsibilities The Physical Scientist (CBRNE) serves within the Laboratories and Scientific Services Directorate, conducting expert analyses and threat assessments of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials, and providing technical support for detection systems and field operations. This position directly supports the agency's mission by ensuring the scientific integrity of CBRNE detection and response activities that safeguard national security and public safety. This position starts at a salary of $85,447.00 (GS-11, Step 1) to $133,142.00 (GS-12, Step 10). While serving as a Physical Scientist (CBRNE), your duties may include: Conducting expert-level analyses and threat assessments of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explos...