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Assistant Director - Information Security Officer

Judicial Branch
Supreme Court of the United States
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Summary

This is a full-time position with the Office of Information Technology at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 11:59 PM EDT

Previous applicants for this position do not need to reapply.

Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
03/27/2023 to 04/11/2023
This job will close when we have received 200 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$155,700 to - $183,500 per year
Pay scale & grade
GG 15
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
SL
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
No
Announcement number
SCOTUS-11903118-IT
Control number
715422300

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Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Only

Duties

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The Assistant Director - Information Security Officer position oversees the operation of the information security program within the Court; acts as the administrative and technical authority for all matters involving information security. This responsibility encompasses systems currently in use and those in the planning and development stages. Responsible for the oversight of: policy development and administration, security audit and control functions, security analysis, operation of intrusion detection and associated monitoring systems, incident response capabilities, systems security patch processes and awareness training. Serves as the lead for systems security architecture and design review to ensure systems development and automation projects under development are in adherence with generally accepted security principles. Provides oversight for risk assessments, systems certification and accreditation, penetration testing and provides analysis recommendations for mitigation.

This individual represents the Court in security forums and working groups to ensure collaborative working relationships with other government organizations dealing with information security. This position is integral to the Court's COOP planning, testing and readiness initiatives.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
  • Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

10 years' experience in the Information Security field, 5 years' experience in Information Security management with demonstrated experience developing, planning, organizing and reviewing all aspects relating to security program management. Knowledge of security and privacy laws and regulations that apply to Federal IT operations. Knowledge of current tools used in the monitoring and alerting of anomalies relating to attempts to gain unauthorized access to systems. Must be capable of obtaining a TS level clearance. Must have strong technical background to include hands-on experience with information security hardware appliances and software tools. In addition, hands-on experience with server and network hardware is a plus. The candidate must be able to demonstrate management experience in an Information Security organization.

Education

BS degree desirable in Information Security or similar discipline.

Additional information

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

The selected candidate will be working with a small group of highly skilled and motivated technical staff. The Court provides appropriate in-house and outside third-party technical training. Each staff member is provided with access to high levels of technical support; an in-house library of up-to-date commercially available technical books and software; a technology lab for development and testing of technology products; and a fully equipped computer training room. In addition, the Court provides all employees free access to an in-house exercise facility/weight training room.

Recruitment incentives may be authorized. If authorized, certain incentives will require you to sign a service agreement to remain an employee of the Supreme Court of the United States for a period of up to 2 years. This statement does not guarantee that an incentive will be offered and paid. Incentives may include a recruitment incentive and/or creditable service for annual leave for prior non-federal related work experience or prior uniformed service, if the applicant possesses the skills and experience that are essential to the position, are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal and were acquired in a position with duties directly related to those of the position in which he or she is seeking appointment.

How you will be evaluated

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

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

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