Circuit IT Security Officer

U.S. Judicial Branch; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Circuit IT Security Officer to oversee IT security for the D.C. Circuit. This vital role involves advising judges and court executives on security matters, implementing IT security strategies, and fostering a culture of best practices. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in IT security and excellent communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration across various departments. With the opportunity for a hybrid work environment, this position offers a dynamic and impactful career in the heart of the judicial system. If you are passionate about IT security and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of computer hardware, software, and networks.
• Experience in IT security with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement IT security strategy and policies.
• Advise judges and court executives on IT security matters.

Skills

IT Security Management

Data Communications

Network Management

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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.

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.

Requirements

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.