U.S. Courts ·
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Onsite · $62,212 - $133,178/year
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Position Overview
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Compensation:$62,212 - $133,178/year
Position:Senior
Type:Job
Practice Area:
General Practice
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Aug 9, 2026
Job Description
Specialized Experience: CL 26 ($62,212 - $101,109): Entry-level position. Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience in IT security. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of security principles, risk assessment, and vulnerability management, and ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences and work collaboratively within a team environment. Alternatively, candidates may qualify by completing a bachelor's degree with a major in cybersecurity, information assurance, or closely related field from an accredited college or university and superior academic achievement as listed below. CL 27 ($68,346 - $111,099): At a minimum, candidates must possess at least two years of specialized experience in IT security. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of security principles, risk assessment, and vulnerability management, and ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences and work collaboratively within a team environment. CL 28 ($81,906 - $133,178): Candidates must possess at least three years of specialized experience in IT security. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of security principles, risk assessment, and vulnerability management, and ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences and work collaboratively within a team environment. Specialized experience may be substituted by a master's degree from an accredited college or university in cybersecurity, information assurance, or closely related field. Superior Academic Achievement: An overall "B" grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of a possible 4.0; AND/OR Standing in the upper third of the class; AND/OR Grade point average 3.5 or better in the major field of study, such as Human Resources or a related field that would prepare a candidate well to perform in this position; AND/OR Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societies meeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies, other than Freshman Honor Societies. Completion of one academic year (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) of graduate study at an accredited college or university. A degree program in cybersecurity, information assurance, or closely related field is preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, Security+, or GIAC certifications Federal government or federal judiciary IT security experience Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework or similar security frameworks Experience conducting security assessments and supporting audit activities Project management experience or PMP certification Experience working within a management team structure and coordinating across functional areas
Requirements
Specialized Experience: CL 26 ($62,212 - $101,109): Entry-level position. Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience in IT security. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of security principles, risk assessment, and vulnerability management, and ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences and work collaboratively within a team environment. Alternatively, candidates may qualify by completing a bachelor's degree with a major in cybersecurity, information assurance, or closely related field from an accredited college or university and superior academic achievement as listed below. CL 27 ($68,346 - $111,099): At a minimum, candidates must possess at least two years of specialized experience in IT security. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of security principles, risk assessment, and vulnerability management, and ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences and work collaboratively within a team environment. CL 28 ($81,906 - $133,178): Candidates must possess at least three years of specialized experience in IT security. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of security principles, risk assessment, and vulnerability management, and ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences and work collaboratively within a team environment. Specialized experience may be substituted by a master's degree from an accredited college or university in cybersecurity, information assurance, or closely related field. Superior Academic Achievement: An overall "B" grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of a possible 4.0; AND/OR Standing in the upper third of the class; AND/OR Grade point average 3.5 or better in the major field of study, such as Human Resources or a related field that would prepare a candidate well to perform in this position; AND/OR Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societies meeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies, other than Freshman Honor Societies. Completion of one academic year (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) of graduate study at an accredited college or university. A degree program in cybersecurity, information assurance, or closely related field is preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, Security+, or GIAC certifications Federal government or federal judiciary IT security experience Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework or similar security frameworks Experience conducting security assessments and supporting audit activities Project management experience or PMP certification Experience working within a management team structure and coordinating across functional areas
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
About This Role
U.S. Courts is seeking a Information Technology Security Officer to join their General Practice team
at the Senior level.
This is a Full time, Onsite position based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description above and apply through LegalAlphabet to be considered for this opportunity.
Compensation
$62,212 - $133,178/year
Practice Area
General Practice
Position
Senior
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: U.S. Courts Hiring Team
Application Deadline
August 9, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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