Term Investigator (Chapter 154 / Opt-In Special Litigation) Capital Habeas Unit

United States Courts; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Retirement benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Tennessee Middle Federal Public Defender seeks a Term Assistant Computer Systems Administrator to support and develop client-server IT systems, AI workflows, and secure access for local staff and remote defense teams in Nashville. You will administer Windows environments, assist with e‑discovery tools, and help deliver courtroom technology across high-stakes cases.

The role emphasizes automation, AI tool integration, and collaboration with the CSA to maintain robust cybersecurity and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/cybersecurity or related field plus relevant certifications.
• 2+ years IT support experience in legal or court environment preferred.
• Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Office 365 administration.
• Experience with litigation technologies, e-discovery platforms, and trial presentation tools.
• Familiarity with AI tools, workflows, and secure remote-access configurations.

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, and remote access for staff and attorneys.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to office staff.
• Develop scripts and automation tools; support AI-based platforms and workflows.
• Support litigation technologies and courtroom presentation systems.
• Collaborate with CSA and teams to ensure compliant IT operations.
• Coordinate with vendors and assist in managing secure local databases and media files.

Skills

Windows Server admin

Active Directory

Office 365/M365

Enterprise network security

VPN & remote access

A/V technology

AI tools integration

Troubleshooting

Scripting & automation

SQL/DB management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/cybersecurity

CompTIA Network+/Security+ or equivalent

e-discovery certifications

Tools

Relativity

CaseMap

Eclipse

TrialDirector

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Docker

vLLM, WhisperX, ollama

OpenWebUI, n8n, RAG, LLMs

SAN/NAS storage

Job description

Job Details for Term Assistant Computer Systems Administrator - Chapter 154/Opt-In Special Litigation Information Technology Unit

Court Name/Organization Tennessee Middle Federal Public Defender

Overview of the Position The successful candidate will serve as Opt-In IT & Litigation Support Administrator. Reporting to the Computer Systems Administrator (CSA), the Term Assistant Computer Systems Administrator (ACSA) is a dynamic position supporting stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting and developing networks and computer systems in a client-server environment. Providing technical infrastructure support, specialized database management, and secure remote-access solutions for incoming local and remote defense teams. This position will involve managing large volumes of digitized historical state-court records, maintaining secure local litigation-support tools, configuring hardware and software for specialized capital teams, and supporting high-stakes courtroom presentations. In addition to traditional system support, the office is adopting and developing innovative, in-house AI technologies and workflows that further support the case lifecycle for our clients. The applicant should be familiar with services and hardware that support use of local AI tools.

• Configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop workstations, laptops, mobile devices, and secure remote-access connections for local staff and remote attorneys and investigators.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to office staff
• Develop, maintain, and improve scripts, automation tools, and software solutions
• Support and integrate AI-based tools, platforms, and workflows within office operations
• Collaborate on AI-related projects, process automation, and technical innovation initiatives
• Install, configure, and update hardware, operating systems, and applications
• Coordinate with vendors and external IT providers when needed
• Assist in managing secure local databases and digital-evidence repositories containing extensive historical state-court records, documents, and media files.
• New user account provisioning and set up.
• Provide day-to-day technical support, network troubleshooting, hardware maintenance, and software installation across the office.
• Support trial and hearing technology, including courtroom audiovisual equipment, videoconferencing, and electronic presentation systems.
• Collaborate closely with the Computer Systems Administrator (CSA), administrative staff, and multidisciplinary litigation teams to ensure reliable IT operations and compliance with applicable Judiciary cybersecurity policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field, along with relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+/Security+, Microsoft Certified Professional, or e-discovery certifications), is strongly preferred. Candidates must have at least two years of specialized IT support experience, preferably in a law firm, public defense office, court, or other legal environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Office 365/Microsoft 365 administration, and enterprise network security.
• Hands-on experience supporting litigation technologies, e-discovery processing platforms, and trial presentation software, including Relativity, CaseMap, Eclipse, TrialDirector, Adobe Acrobat Pro, or similar systems.
• Strong proficiency in mobile device management, VPN and secure remote-access configurations, audiovisual technology, and encrypted data storage.
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills and sound technical judgment, with the ability to diagnose problems efficiently and train legal staff on technology platforms.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to manage competing technical priorities in a fast-paced environment with demanding statutory deadlines.
• Knowledge of AI tools, machine learning concepts, automation, AI-assisted workflows, and services leveraging AI specific workflows and applications, such as:
  • Docker, vLLM, WhisperX, ollama, OpenWebUI, n8n, RAG, LLMs
• SAN/NAS storage and backup appliance administration, maintenance and support.

General Experience

Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to public service, exceptional technical aptitude, passion for emerging technologies, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. We seek highly organized, proactive, and dependable professionals who can thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting high-stakes litigation teams.

Employee Benefits

• Health and life insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan

For details on benefits, visitJudiciary Benefits . Salary is payable by direct deposit.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.