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United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit · 1 month ago

Information Security Specialist: Governance & Compliance Engineer

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$88K/yr - $143K/yr

4+ years exp

The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit is seeking an Information Security Specialist to work with the IT security team to ensure the security of court systems. This role involves responding to threats, managing security projects, and providing guidance on compliance and governance programs.

AssociationGovernmentNon Profit

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

In coordination with the Circuit IT Security Officer (ITSO), respond to emergent threats, assist court units in the circuit, and track and report progress. Assist in identifying, prioritizing, and coordinating the protection of critical cyber infrastructure and key resources

Provide guidance and assistance in implementing and maintaining business objectives (i.e. security scorecard, CIS controls, assessments, internal audit controls, security data calls)

Manage information security projects (or security-related aspects of other IT projects). Coordinate and lead IT staff and court users to identify, plan, and implement initiatives and projects. Prepare and present reports and training

Develop and maintain a documentation template repository; modernize and maintain the circuit’s data repository. Review and advise courts on documentation requirements

Assist the Circuit ITSO in performing, analyzing, and archiving SWOT and other gap analyses to ensure compliance with required frameworks, controls, and assessment

Manage CIS controls self-assessment too; provide guidance and assistance to courts on documentation, program management, etc

Assist the Circuit ITSO in creating, tracking, and maintaining KPIs. Prepare scheduled data points and KPIs for use in reports to circuit-wide executives and other Judiciary stakeholders

Research custom solutions for courts as needed

Qualification

Information security systemsCybersecurity compliance programsCybersecurity certificationsProject managementCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving approachWork independentlyWork in a team

Required

Four years of experience in information security systems

Experience with cybersecurity compliance programs

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent customer service skills

Detailed, organized, and self-driven

Ability to work under pressure and within the constraints of conflicting deadlines

Proactive, problem-solving approach

Ability to respond effectively in critical situations

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to travel (25% - 50%)

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Related cybersecurity or IT project management certifications

Related experience in a court, government agency, or equivalent environment

Benefits

Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans.

Dental and vision insurance plans.

Flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses.

Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and mass transit subsidies.

On-site fitness center.

Federal retirement entails a pension plan (FERS-FRAE) and employer-matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K).

Retirees may carry insurance plans into retirement while paying the same premiums as employees.

Annual time off - 13 vacation days, 13 sick leave days, and 11 paid holidays.

Vacation days increase to 20 days after three years and to 26 days after fifteen years.

Hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Company

United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has jurisdiction over federal appeals arising from the states of Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee.

Founded in 1891

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

201-500 employees