Deputy Director of Security

Deputy Director of Security

Department: Department of Justice

Location(s): District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $151661 - $228000 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is located within the Department of Justice, Justice Management Division (JMD), Security and Emergency Planning Staff (SEPS), and reports to the Director, SEPS. The incumbent serves as Deputy Director, SEPS, and is responsible for agencywide security policy, SEPS day-to-day operations, and oversight of the classified information, physical security, emergency preparedness, litigation security, and personnel security programs.

Major Duties:

• This position is located in Washington D.C. The Deputy Director of Security serves as a career Senior Executive and functions as the principal deputy to the Director of Security. The Deputy Director exercises delegated executive authority for the Department's enterprise-wide security programs, including classified information security. The Deputy Director provides executive leadership, policy direction, and day-to-day operational oversight of national security, personnel security, physical security, industrial security, emergency preparedness and continuity, insider threat mitigation, and litigation security programs. The incumbent directs subordinate senior leaders and specialized security professionals responsible for safeguarding classified and sensitive information, facilities, personnel, and judicial proceedings across the Department. The position shares full executive accountability with the Director for ensuring compliance with Executive Orders governing classified information, Intelligence Community Directives, Department of Justice regulations, and statutory authorities, including the Classified Information Procedures Act (CIPA), 18 U.S.C. App. III. Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Security Leadership & Oversight: Serving as senior security advisor to the Director of Security and Assistant Attorney General for Administration , overseeing DOJ-wide personnel, information, and physical security programs. Directing enterprise security clearance, insider threat, and continuous evaluation programs. Leading COOP planning, facility security, and emergency preparedness initiatives. Policy Development & Compliance: Developing, implementing, and monitoring DOJ-wide security policies. Ensuring compliance with federal laws, Executive Orders, and directives. Conducting audits, risk assessments, and program evaluations to maintain operational readiness and policy alignment. Program Management & Implementation: Overseeing deployment of security programs across all DOJ components. Coordinating with human capital, IT, facilities, and law enforcement to integrate security measures. Establishing performance metrics and ensuring agency-wide adoption of best practices. Supervisory & Managerial Duties: Leading, mentoring, and evaluating staff; managing workflow, budgets, training, and organizational priorities. The incumbent ensures staff compliance with security and safety standards. Interagency Coordination & Representation: Representing DOJ in national security forums, councils, and interagency initiatives. As Deputy Director, the incumbent collaborates with federal partners and responds to oversight inquiries related to security programs.

Qualifications: The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of their demonstrated leadership ability by addressing the the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application should not to exceed 2 pages (1-sheet double-sided or 2 sheets one-sided) **Note: Applicants who have completed the SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and have had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application. Candidates must still satisfy the MTQs of the position. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Deputy Director of Security. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess. ECQ1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the Rule of Law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ2 - DRIVING EFFICIENCY. Demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ4 - LEADING PEOPLE. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals; To drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. ECQ5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to state goals from superiors. For this position, the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) have been established and should be addressed within the resume application. 1. MTQ 1: Executive leadership of enterprise security programs across multiple disciplines to include personnel security, physical security, industrial security, emergency preparedness and continuity, information security, and litigation security programs. 2. MTQ 2: Executive experience advising senior officials on high-risk security matters. 3. MTQ 3: Executive experience in security policy development and/or security compliance oversight, and implementation.

How to Apply: To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Failure to submit a complete application (resume and all supporting documents) by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 06/04/2026 may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully as missing application information will not be requested. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed. Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacancy announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

Application Deadline: 2026-06-04