Circuit IT Security Officer

U.S. Courts; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Courts is seeking a Circuit IT Security Officer (CISO) to oversee IT security for the D.C. Circuit, advising judges and court executives on security matters. The role involves developing security strategies, conducting assessments, and promoting best practices across court units. This full-time position allows for a hybrid work environment and requires a Bachelor's degree along with significant IT security experience.

Qualifications

• At least four years of IT security experience.
• Advanced understanding of computer hardware and networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT security advice to judges and court executives.
• Conduct security assessments and training across court units.
• Analyze new IT security approaches and implement best practices.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Innovation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

SolarWinds

Nessus

Splunk

CyberArk

KACE

Qualsys

Forcepoint

Forescout

Job description

The Office of the Circuit Executive for the D.C. Circuit is accepting applications for the position of Circuit IT Security Officer (CISO). The CISO is in charge of IT security matters for the D.C. Circuit, which comprises the D.C. District Court, D.C. Court of Appeals, U.S. Probation Office, and various departments in the Circuit Executive office.

This job is open to

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens or persons eligible to work in the United States may apply to this posting. Please note that a Security Clearance is not required when submitting applications. (Position is eligible for a hybrid work environment at the discretion of the Assistant Circuit Executive for IT).

Duties

The CISO provides advice to judges, senior court executives, and court employees on a wide range of IT security matters and is responsible for the management and implementation of IT security strategy, policies, protocols, procedures, systems, and training. The CISO serves as a strategic partner with executive management to assess organizational needs and build a culture that supports IT security best practices. The CISO collaborates with the Administrative Office of the United States Courts to assist with the implementation and creation of national security policies and the promotion of the Judiciary Information Technology Security Program. The CISO also works with other CISOs to collectively improve Judiciary security. This position reports directly to the Assistant Circuit Executive for IT. The position is full time and is located in Washington, D.C. Position is eligible for a hybrid work environment at the discretion of the Assistant Circuit Executive.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an IT security expert supporting and assisting the D.C. Circuit's IT committee, judges, court unit executives, and IT staff on matters regarding IT security procedures and safeguards.
• Provide direct support and assistance to all court units within the D.C. Circuit on IT security related matters, including providing technical guidance and coordinating / conducting IT security assessments and training.
• Analyze and evaluate new and innovative information technology concepts, approaches, methodologies, techniques, services, guidance, training, and policies to enhance the information security posture of all departments within the D.C. Circuit. Make recommendations regarding best practices and implement changes in policy.
• Provide security analysis of IT activities to ensure that appropriate security measures are in place and are enforced. Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify weaknesses, risks, and protection requirements. Utilize standard reporting templates, automated security tools, and cross-functional teams to facilitate security assessments.
• Establish mechanisms to promote awareness and adoption of security best practices. Conduct annual security awareness training for all Court of Appeals staff and provide frequent IT security briefings, updates, and other resources to all court units across the Circuit. Responsible for completion of the annual Judiciary IT Scorecard self-assessment and ensuring the Circuit is constantly enhancing its IT security posture.
• Serve with the ACE for IT as the liaison to the Administrative Office of the United States Courts on matters regarding IT security.
• Perform other functions as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States. Employees of the federal courts are excepted service appointments. Excepted service appointments are "At-Will" and may be terminated with or without good cause by the Court. The candidate selected for the position will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation. Direct deposit of pay is required.

Qualifications

The ideal applicant is a highly motivated professional who has an advanced understanding of computer hardware, software, and networks, as well as the theories, principles, practices, and techniques of data communications and network management, traffic, and security. The applicant should be exceptionally well-organized and innovative and possess outstanding written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and nontechnical persons. The applicant should have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of information technology security experience. Occasional travel is required.

Education

The following knowledge, skills, and qualifications are highly desired :

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or business discipline.
• CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent certification.
• Experience configuring, maintaining, and using Palo Alto Firewalls, SolarWinds, Nessus, Splunk, CyberArk, KACE, Qualsys, Forcepoint, Forescout, and other security tools.

Additional information

The selected applicant will serve a one-year probationary period. All positions in the Circuit Executive's Office are excepted appointments and are "At-Will." The Circuit Executive's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected applicant will be subject to mandatory electronic transfer of funds for payment of net pay. The United States Courthouse is a smoke-free building.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants will also be evaluated based on their application and an interview.

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• Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

Please read the "How to Apply" section.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from

schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

Submit by email a cover letter and detailed resume. Email a single PDF attachment to [emailprotected] with the job announcement number in the subject line of the email. Because of the large volume of applications, only those candidates who will be interviewed will be contacted. Position is open until filled. The first cut-off date for review of applications is April 7, 2025.

The court will send a letter regarding the status of an application only to those candidates scheduled for interviews. When the position is filled, a notice will be placed on the court's internet site.

• Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request

Required Documents

Please read the "How to Apply" section.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from

schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Submit by email a cover letter and detailed resume. Email a single PDF attachment to [emailprotected] with the job announcement number in the subject line of the email. Because of the large volume of applications, only those candidates who will be interviewed will be contacted. Position is open until filled. The first cut-off date for review of applications is April 7, 2025.

The court will send a letter regarding the status of an application only to those candidates scheduled for interviews. When the position is filled, a notice will be placed on the court's internet site.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request

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