Assistant Director

Securities and Exchange Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 185,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

The Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington, DC seeks a Supervisory General Attorney (Assistant Director) to lead the Division of Enforcement's Office of Technical Services. You will oversee the Technology Services Group, provide strategic IT direction, and support investigative teams with eDiscovery and cyber forensics.

You will manage budgets and resources, coordinate cross-divisional efforts, and drive AI tool initiatives while serving as a liaison to program stakeholders and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Division of Enforcement's Technical Services Group, including the Litigation Support Branch, IT Forensics Branch, and Tech Consulting/Analytical Services Branch.
• Supervise delivery of technology services such as consulting, document scanning, data conversion, document review, audio processing, financial and phone record analysis, cybersecurity, and digital forensics.
• Provide visionary leadership for technology initiatives, including implementing/developing AI tools and shaping strategic direction; act as liaison between program stakeholders and investigative teams.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission
• Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia

The Division of Enforcement (ENF), Office of Technical Services (OTS) is seeking a Supervisory General Attorney (Assistant Director). As an Assistant Director, you will you will provide strategic IT direction, leadership, and investigative support to empower staff in achieving objectives, delivering impactful results, and advancing the Division's investigative mission.

Key Responsibilities

In this role as a Assistant Director, you will be responsible for: Managing the Division of Enforcement's Technical Services Group including the Litigation Support Branch; IT Forensics Branch; and Tech Consulting and Analytical Services Branch. Supervising the delivery of critical technology services such as consulting, document scanning, data conversion, document review, audio processing, financial and phone record analysis, cybersecurity, and digital forensics.

Providing visionary leadership for technology initiatives, including implementing/ developing AI tools and shaping strategic direction across the Division of Enforcement. Establishing clear channels of communication and serving as the primary liaison between program stakeholders and investigative teams. Assuming central responsibility for accountability, outreach, and cross-divisional coordination.

Guiding program-level operations by integrating budgets and managing resources to optimize team effectiveness. Leading efforts to provide technical support for investigative work, including litigation and advanced eDiscovery services.

Requirements & Education

You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. If you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts or equivalent by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Internal Applicants: OHR will verify education qualifications for internal applicants using documents in the Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF). If required transcripts or certificates are not present in your eOPF, you will be required to provide them to OHR.

If selected, a start date will not be established until official transcripts are received. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs.

Applicants may also find the following helpful: National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is an association of 19 credential evaluation services with admission standards and an enforced code of good practice. Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE) is an association of 10 credential evaluation services with a board of advisors and an enforced code of ethics.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $185350 - $292300/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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