Summary

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.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Must complete a one-year probationary period.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.

Qualifications

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/)

Education

There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.

Additional information

Additional Conditions of Employment with the USCP:

As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP.

Criminal History Check Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment.

Credit Check Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification.

Selective Service Registration Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. https://www.sss.gov/verify/

Fingerprint Check Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of their criminal history record.

Background Investigation Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or convictions, may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.