Director, Office of Information Services and Chief Information Officer (CIO)
What you'd do
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
Major duties
This position is located within the Office of Information Services (OIS), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), United States Capitol Police (USCP). The Director/Chief Information Officer (CIO) serves as the Department’s senior executive responsible for providing strategic leadership, vision, and direction for all information technology, cybersecurity, and data operations at the USCP. The CIO oversees the Department's enterprise-wide information systems, ensures compliance with federal IT and acquisition requirements, advances modernization initiatives, and leads a diverse professional workforce in support of USCP's mission. The Director is the centralized authority for all USCP IT programs and services and is responsible for developing and implementing technical solutions to ensure continuity of operations during normal and emergency operations. Major duties include: Lead the design, development, integration, and implementation of enterprise-wide information systems that support Department programs and operations. Provide strategic direction for all information technology, cybersecurity and risk management, radio services, and data management operations within the USCP. Provide executive leadership on current and emerging information technology and cybersecurity issues, ensuring alignment with modern best practices. Oversee the Department’s Enterprise Architecture (EA) program to strengthen IT strategic planning, mature investment decision making, and accelerate IT modernization. Formulate and implement major internal IT programs, policies, and governance structures to meet organizational priorities. Oversee IT acquisition strategies, resource management, and procurement activities in compliance with Department policy and guidance. Represent the Department in interagency and Legislative Branch councils and working groups, fostering partnerships, and negotiating solutions that advance enterprise initiatives. Serve as a key member of senior leadership and contribute to cross-organizational initiatives requiring coordinated technical and strategic action. Support additional enterprise technology leadership roles, including the Department’s Chief Privacy Officer and Artificial Intelligence Officer.
What you need to qualify
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. For the CP-14 you must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the CP-13/GS-15 level that is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience consists of: 1) providing strategic direction and oversight for an information technology operations to ensure secure, reliable and effective technology services; 2) advising leadership on architecture, security, compliance, scalability, integration, and long-term sustainability; 3) developing and implementing policies and guidance related to IT service delivery and customer service; 4) managing program budgets, procurement activities, and optimizing resource allocation; and 5) providing oversight to a team of IT professionals. 10+ years of progressive IT experience with at least 5 years leading teams and/or major programs. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a closely related field. Information on the required proficiency levels and competency definitions is located at the following link: Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210 All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
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