Circuit IT Security Officer

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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  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 VacancyCISO@cadc.uscourts.gov 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.

  Agency contact information

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  Email

  VacancyCISO@cadc.uscourts.gov

  Address

  US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit
  333 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
  Washington, DC 20001
  US

  Next steps

  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
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

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).