This position is located at the Supreme Court of the United States in the Office of the Information Technology (OIT). OIT provides automated information systems and access to those systems for the Supreme Court of the United States. The Senior IT Specialist (InfoSec) works under the guidance of a senior staff and will perform the full range of tasks and activities involved in developing, coordinating, implementing and maintaining standards, procedures and technical solutions to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems and data.

The InfoSec serves as the primary security advisor and accountable official for one or more Court information systems. The InfoSec ensures that assigned systems maintain an acceptable level of risk and operate in full compliance with Court information security policies and standards. The role requires technical cybersecurity expertise and security governance acumen to apply complex policy requirements into practical, effective protections across diverse Court technology environments.

As a condition of continued employment, the candidate must be able to acquire and retain a Top Secret (TS) clearance.

This is a full-time onsite position located in Washington, DC with partial telework option after a probation period and at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Conditions of employment

• 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

At least two years of experience as an Information Systems Security Officer or Security Control Assessor, and at least two additional years of applicable Information Technology or Information Security experience.

• Knowledge and experience implementing industry cybersecurity frameworks and concepts, such as, Risk Management Framework, DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks. ISO 27001, ATT&CK framework, ISO/IEC 15026-2. Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP), common application protocols and port. Experience developing, managing, and implementing contingency plans.
• Experience in asset management and configuration management.
• Experience with protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Ability to develop, implement, and maintain Information System ATO package artifacts. to include System Security Plans (SSP), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M), Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), Configuration Management Plans, Contingency Plans, and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA).
• Knowledge of information technology (IT) security principles and methods (e.g., firewalls, demilitarized zones, encryption).
• Strong communication skills, oral and written skills with the ability to create, manage, and prioritize tasks.
• High level of understanding operating systems, such as, Windows, Linux/Unix and command-line tools are desired but not required.

Required Competencies

• Strong customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word are required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to function as a team player in a fast-paced, team-oriented office environment.
• Ability to configure, update, and troubleshoot cellular devices and peripherals

Preferred Competencies

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information Security Manager
• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)v3

Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to communicate and understand technical information, comprehend technical instructions, evaluate problems, and assist users; ability to remain calm and professional in high stress environment when confronted with challenging situations, short timeframes, or other pressing and urgent requests.

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.

Your answers to the assessment questionnaire are required and will be used to evaluate your application. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13084216