Senior Executive Positions
Executive Resources at NGA include members of the Defense Intelligence Senior Executive Service (DISES) and Defense Intelligence Senior Level (DISL) employees.
NGA DISES positions are managerial positions, allocated to NGA by the Department of War, which are classified above the Band 5/GS-15 level. DISES positions are characterized by emphasis on organization or program management responsibilities. DISES positions are the DOW Intelligence Community equivalent to SES positions.
NGA DISL positions are technical or scientific positions, allocated to NGA by DOW, which are classified above the Band 5/GS-15 levels. DISL positions are characterized by emphasis on functional expertise and have no more than minimal supervisory responsibilities (less than 25 percent). DISL's are recognized leaders and authorities in a specialized field or functional area. DISL positions are the DOW Intelligence Community equivalent to SL positions.
Both applicants for employment and current employees of NGA are entitled to request religious accommodations from generally applicable employment-related rules and requirements, so long as the accommodation requested would not result in an undue hardship to the conduct of NGA’s business.
Please Note: Application procedures for NGA Senior Executive positions are different than application procedures for other NGA opportunities, thus apply via the instructions within the individual announcements found below.
Current Openings
Director, Comptroller Office
The Director, Comptroller Office serves as the principal authority of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s accounting, finance, financial statements, and associated financial statement audit and corrective action of audit findings. The Comptroller oversees internal controls for all financial processes, property accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intragovernmental payments/reimbursements, and various elements of related policy. The incumbent is a key advisor to senior leadership including NGA Director, NGA Deputy Director, the Chief Financial Executive, Key Component Directors, and other management officials.
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Deputy Director, Maritime Safety Office
The Deputy Director, Maritime Safety Office is accountable for the development, sustainment, accuracy, and currency of a global maritime Safety of Navigation product portfolio used to support navigation aboard all Department of War surface and subsurface naval vessels. The DD/SFH develops and executes strategy to achieve long-term mission outcomes within the constraints of U.S. Code, international treaties, and applicable standards, and ensures alignment with NGA strategic objectives and mission imperatives. The DD/SFH maintains a deep understanding of the producer–mariner relationship and advances effective user engagement by interfacing with senior military leaders across the Services, FVEY and other international partners, and key multinational organizations including the International Hydrographic Organization and NATO. The DD/SFH supports global readiness by assessing user needs; evaluating product availability, production timelines, and distribution pathways; and recommending strategies to optimize dissemination and operational utility.
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Director, Office of Acquisition Oversight & Governance
The Director, Office of Acquisition Oversight & Governance, advises and leads enterprise-wide acquisition oversight, policy enforcement, and governance, supporting the Component Acquisition Executive, Program Executive Offices, and Directorates. The role establishes oversight mechanisms, risk protocols, and performance standards for compliant, efficient processes aligned with mission priorities, regulations, and objectives—mitigating risks and driving contract improvements. It provides independent oversight of portfolios via governance forums, compliance reviews, and data-driven insights to senior leaders. In high-stakes classified/unclassified environments, the Director fosters accountability, cross-functional collaboration, and best practices like Category Management to optimize value and reduce redundancies.
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