Chief Information Security Officer

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (District of Columbia); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The DC Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is seeking a bold Chief Information Security Officer to lead cybersecurity, drive innovation, and protect the systems that keep DC’s justice partners connected.

You will oversee security operations, cloud-based infrastructure, policy development, threat identification, and compliance with information security regulations, delivering measurable improvements to public safety technology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and strengthen CJCC’s cybersecurity policies, posture, and overall readiness.
• Lead major IT initiatives, including reviewing existing and proposed system architectures to ensure security and data integrity.
• Oversee strategic planning, design, implementation, and deployment of cloud-based infrastructure for enterprise systems, web portals, and mobile applications.
• Identify emerging threats and lead proactive initiatives to protect agency systems and data.
• Ensure gaps and weaknesses are assigned, addressed, and resolved to maintain continuity of security operations.
• Serve as the process owner for all confidentiality, integrity, and availability efforts related to CJCC’s information resources.
• Direct the operational processes of the Security Operations Center (SOC) and ensure effective monitoring and response.
• Assess and monitor CJCC’s compliance with information security regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provide technical leadership for the development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of security programs.
• Create and manage comprehensive policies, procedures, and security plans for unclassified and classified information assets.

Job description

Now Hiring: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Help secure the technology that powers public safety in the nation’s capital! The DC Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is seeking a bold, strategic Chief Information Security Officer to lead cybersecurity, drive innovation, and protect the systems that keep DC’s justice partners connected.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain and strengthen CJCC’s cybersecurity policies, posture, and overall readiness.
• Lead major IT initiatives, including reviewing existing and proposed system architectures to ensure security and data integrity.
• Oversee strategic planning, design, implementation, and deployment of cloud-based infrastructure for enterprise systems, web portals, and mobile applications.
• Identify emerging threats and lead proactive initiatives to protect agency systems and data.
• Ensure gaps and weaknesses are assigned, addressed, and resolved to maintain continuity of security operations.
• Serve as the process owner for all confidentiality, integrity, and availability efforts related to CJCC’s information resources.
• Direct the operational processes of the Security Operations Center (SOC) and ensure effective monitoring and response.
• Assess and monitor CJCC’s compliance with information security regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provide technical leadership for the development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of security programs.
• Create and manage comprehensive policies, procedures, and security plans for unclassified and classified information assets.

Why Join CJCC?

• Your work delivers real impact on public safety and justice outcomes across DC.
• Collaborate with passionate, mission-driven experts across the criminal justice system.
• Thrive in a small, innovative agency where your leadership and ideas make a visible difference.

Why DC Government?

• Competitive benefits, strong retirement options, and excellent work-life balance.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace committed to professional growth.
• Opportunities to lead high‑visibility work that strengthens the entire District.