Intelligence Community Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and SECURITY COORDINATION CENTER

Intelligence Community Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and SECURITY COORDINATION CENTER

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Location(s): Bethesda, Maryland

Salary Range: $151661 - $209600 Per Year

Job Summary: The Intelligence Community (IC) Chief Information Office (CIO) is responsible for advancing the Intelligence Community's mission by driving secure collaboration, integration, and information sharing; identifying and addressing information enterprise risks; and providing strategic leadership and oversight of the IC's enterprise architecture and enterprise information technology.

Major Duties:

• Lead, develop, and maintain an overarching and comprehensive information security program for the integrated IC IE as the primary duty. Serve as the IC's focal point for whole-of-government cybersecurity initiatives, coordinating across the IC to deliver a comprehensive response to directives, memorandums and other taskings from IC, Department of Defense (DoD), and Federal leaders. Serve as the Director of the IC SCC, the IC's FCC, in its mission to lead the integrated defense of the IC IE in accordance with the authority and direction of the ODNI. Ensure cybersecurity situational awareness across the IC and larger FCC ecosystem during steady-and disrupted state of operations. Lead the IC's coordinated incident response during major cyber events on behalf of the IC CIO and DNI, in accordance with the DNI's responsibilities under National Security Act of 1947, Presidential Policy Directive-41 and other authorities. Perform duties associated with improving the effectiveness and success of the IC information security program and the safeguarding of (a) information collected or maintained by or on behalf of IC elements; and (b) information systems used or operated by or on behalf of an IC element or by a contractor of an IC element. Chair the IC's information security risk management governance body and report regularly to senior forums to set priorities and measure progress. Lead a Group within the Office of the Intelligence Community Chief Information Officer (IC CIO) with the mission and resources to support and perform the IC information security responsibilities of the IC CIO to include managing and overseeing the Independent Validation Authority for the IC. Serve as an Authorizing Official or Delegated Authorizing Official for Services of Common Concern or Community Shared Resources, if so appointed. Represent the IC in Federal Government and international partner safeguarding initiatives. Perform all duties associated with the IC Public Key Infrastructure Policy Management Authority. Lead the development and implementation of the ODNI Strategic Plan; oversee the build-out and execution of the plan by coordinating Mission and Vision Statements, Core Values, Goals and Objectives, and Integrated Initiatives; specifically, provide overarching guidance to the team and coordinate all phases of the effort with ODNI senior leadership at key decision points. Assist the IC Chief Financial Officer, as requested, in evaluating IC element performance plans, including budget, staffing, and training, necessary to implement the IC element's information security program or their responsibilities within the IC information security program.

Qualifications: All applicants will be assessed for executive competency against the five mandatory Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualification (ICSOCQ). If your two-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and the ICSOCQ you will not receive further consideration for the position. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review current information regarding ECQs and the ICSOCQ. You will be subject to a one-year probationary period for all newly appointed Senior National Intelligence Service (SNIS) effective from the date on which you are appointed. This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) within 30 days upon entry, and annually thereafter in accordance with Federal ethics guidelines. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQS): All applicants will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and Principles of the American Founding: Requires a 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. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency: Involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence: Involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People: Involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results: Involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. ISCOCQ: Leading the Intelligence Enterprise: Involves the ability to integrate resources, information, interest, and activities effectively in support of the Intelligence Community's mission and to lead and leverage cross-organizational collaborative networks to achieve significant mission results. Inherent to this senior officer qualification is a deep understanding of the intelligence enterprise and a shared commitment to the IC's core values. Mandatory Requirements: Recognized expert as a cybersecurity leader in the area of policy and planning, security engineering, systems analysis, network services, cloud computing, data management, and Internet services. Proven leadership ability and business acumen, capable of developing effective integration strategies, building coalitions, and driving change to improve operations within large, complex organizations. Expertise in the methods and practices of government policy, planning, investment, and performance management. Knowledge of the US IC and DoD, to include prior cybersecurity leadership at one or more of the IC elements. Expert executive skills in the development, analysis, coordination, implementation and communication of large-scale, cross-cutting information technology and sharing practices and procedures. Leadership and management skills in planning, recruiting, developing, managing, and directing multidisciplinary teams. Exceptional interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external leaders and to coordinate, network, and communicate across the IC.

How to Apply: We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. Click "Apply" at the top of the page. Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. In order to be considered, you must apply via USAJobs. The ODNI will not accept emailed applications. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume: - Classified or government sensitive information - Social Security Number (SSN) - Photos of yourself - Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. - Encrypted and digitally signed documents

Application Deadline: 2026-01-22