The Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), seeks an attorney with expertise in Information Technology (IT) to join its dynamic, high-performing team. You will serve as a subject matter expert and will advise OPM leaders on cybersecurity, IT, information security, artificial intelligence (AI), and related issues.
Summary
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), seeks an attorney with expertise in Information Technology (IT) to join its dynamic, high-performing team. You will serve as a subject matter expert and will advise OPM leaders on cybersecurity, IT, information security, artificial intelligence (AI), and related issues.
This announcement opens August 4, 2023. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until this vacancy is filled, or September 30, 2023, whichever is later. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM (EST) ON August 11, 2023 WILL RECEIVE FIRST CONSIDERATION.
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) seeks a cybersecurity attorney to join its dynamic, high-performing team.
The incumbent will provide legal advice and analysis to OGC leadership and other OPM officials on all matters affecting information security issues, including but not limited to:
Advise on OPM's compliance with applicable information security laws, including the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) and the Federal Information Technology Acquisition and Reform Act (FITARA), as well as executive orders, regulations, the requirements of OMB M-17, and applicable implementing policy directives and guidance.
Analyze proposed and existing agency policies concerning IT security, IT contract clauses, records management, privacy, information sharing for legal sufficiency and legal issues.
Draft, review, and comment on regulations or legislation affecting information security, records management, and privacy.
Assist in the coordination of OPM's litigation relating to cybersecurity, including advising agency attorneys on issuing and maintaining preservation/litigation holds, working with potential witnesses and document custodians, and coordinating with counsel from the U.S. Department of Justice.
Coordinate with other OPM OGC attorneys to conduct legal review of documents, policies, interagency agreements, and public statements.
Advise the agency on use of forensic and e-discovery technologies in administrative and/or Federal litigation as well as agency-wide policies, tools, and procedures, as well as serving as a liaison with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and other program offices on these matters.
Advise on unique issues related to IT contracts, cybersecurity, and privacy protection.
Advise on social media issues as they intersect with privacy records management, information security, information technology, and cybersecurity
Advise on national security issues as they relate to information technology, information security, and cybersecurity.
Advise on AI issues including proposed regulations or legislation and implementation of AI technology.
Other duties as assigned. Attorneys at OPM have a diverse and interesting portfolio of work, providing legal advice and counsel to OPM leaders responsible for governmentwide leadership and direction in the strategic management of the Federal workforce; in support of Federal employee insurance, compensation, retirement, and other programs; and in support and defense of a wide array of internal OPM operations.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Must be a member in good standing of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Appointments made from this announcement are exempt from competitive service.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;
Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and
Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity, IT, information security, or related issues.
To qualify for this position at the GS15 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service, plus the demonstrated ability to perform, with very wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, work of outstanding difficulty and responsibility in one or more practice areas outlined above and demonstrated leadership and exceptional attainments. For the GS-14 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are also preferred:
Experience with modern e-discovery tools, including Microsoft Advance E-Discovery, is strongly desired.
Knowledge of fiscal law, federal procurement, and/or intellectual property law;
The ability to provide excellent customer service and to exercise sound judgment and decision making in challenging situations;
Strong oral and written communication skills;
High competence in legal research and analysis, including the ability to effectively integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions, including in compressed timeframes;
The ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment;
Willingness to consider diverse perspectives and ability to navigate changing circumstances;
Ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments and competing priorities concurrently; and
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, both within and outside OGC.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;
Additional information
Applicants please note: Additional selections may be made for other Office of General Counsel positions through this vacancy announcement.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
Incentive payments may be considered.
Veterans' Preference: If you claim veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference (5 or 10 points) you are claiming in your cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation.If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Office of Personnel Management considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your application package to ensure you meet the job requirements.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume;
A Cover Letter, which includes an identification of the GS level(s) for which you are applying;
Proof of active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;
4. Other supporting documents, as applicable:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any other documentation.
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above to the following email address: OGCJobs@opm.gov. Please include in the subject line your last name, the job announcement number, and the GS level(s) for which you are applying.
For example: Smith, 223-RGJ-12077767-ATT, GS13 and 14
You will receive an email acknowledgment when your application has been received. This is not an indication as to the completeness of your application; you are responsible for ensuring that you submit a complete application.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
References and Writing Sample: If you advance in the selection process, you may be required to submit: (1) three professional references; and (2) a writing sample not more than 20 pages in length. You may also be asked to provide a law school transcript.
Deliberate attempts to falsify information in your application may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume;
A Cover Letter, which includes an identification of the GS level(s) for which you are applying;
Proof of active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;
4. Other supporting documents, as applicable:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any other documentation.
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above to the following email address: OGCJobs@opm.gov. Please include in the subject line your last name, the job announcement number, and the GS level(s) for which you are applying.
For example: Smith, 223-RGJ-12077767-ATT, GS13 and 14
You will receive an email acknowledgment when your application has been received. This is not an indication as to the completeness of your application; you are responsible for ensuring that you submit a complete application.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
References and Writing Sample: If you advance in the selection process, you may be required to submit: (1) three professional references; and (2) a writing sample not more than 20 pages in length. You may also be asked to provide a law school transcript.
Deliberate attempts to falsify information in your application may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
