IT Security Manager

Federal Public Defender, Western District of Texas • San Antonio, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Texas is hiring an IT Security Manager to be stationed in the San Antonio office. The position oversees the information security program for the Federal Defender system, ensuring compliance with Judiciary guidelines and protecting sensitive client and case-related information. The role supervises security teams, oversees contractor performance, and serves as an escalation point for critical issues, with an emphasis on proactive cybersecurity and protecting the organization’s digital assets.

The IT Security Manager leads security modernization and initiatives involving security tools, Zero Trust principles, identity and access management, data protection, security posture assessments, vulnerability and patch management, and remediation. The manager evaluates emerging technologies, including cloud services and artificial intelligence, for security risks and requirements; coordinates security monitoring with the organization’s Security Operations Center; and develops security metrics and reports for leadership. The position also leads incident response and testing of response plans, ensures compliance with Judiciary, NIST, and FISMA requirements, provides security guidance and training, and develops procurement documentation such as Statements of Work and Requests for Quotes.

The position is excepted service and does not provide competitive civil service tenure. The announcement is subject to the availability of funds and remains open until filled. More than one position may be filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of general experience; relevant accredited coursework may substitute for part of this requirement.
• Five years of specialized experience with IT security principles, practices, methods, and techniques; education may substitute for part of this requirement.
• Experience leading or managing an organization's cybersecurity or information security program.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams.
• Ability to establish a culture of accountability, innovation, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to develop and maintain a multi-year cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
• Experience analyzing and implementing federal IT regulations and policies, including FISMA and NIST.
• Strong decision-making skills for day-to-day operations, incidents, and crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of modern security tools, Zero Trust principles, identity and access management, and data protection.
• Coordinate regular security posture assessments of internal and external networks.
• Oversee and develop vulnerability, patching, and remediation strategies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, including cloud services and artificial intelligence, to identify security risks and establish security requirements.
• Oversee security monitoring initiatives in coordination with the organization’s Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Develop and maintain security metrics and reports to inform leadership about security posture, risks, trends, and progress toward security goals.
• Develop Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and technical requirements.
• Lead cybersecurity incident response efforts and maintain regular testing of incident response plans.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Judiciary, NIST, and FISMA requirements.
• Provide security guidance and training for technical and nontechnical staff.
• Supervise security teams, oversee contractor performance, and serve as the escalation point for critical issues.
• Lead cybersecurity modernization efforts to improve technologies, processes, and services.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System.
• Optional participation in Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB).
• Optional participation in the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP).
• Optional participation in Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED