Information Technology Security Administrator

Summary

The IT security administrator evaluates, designs, implements and maintains the court's cybersecurity posture across network infrastructure, cloud and hybrid environments, applications, endpoints and telecommunications. This role serves as a technical specialist and advisor on information security, risk mitigation, incident response and compliance for judges, court executives, probation officers and staff.

Duties

Security strategy and program oversight: Review, evaluate and make recommendations regarding the court's IT security program, covering network infrastructure, cloud resources (Microsoft 365, Azure and AWS), custom applications, commercial off-the-shelf software, VoIP, and mobile and remote access solutions. Threat and vulnerability management: Conduct continuous security assessments, risk analyses and vulnerability scans across planned and installed systems. Identify weaknesses, coordinate patch management and deploy endpoint detection and response (EDR and XDR) tools to mitigate threats. Notify management promptly of critical vulnerabilities. Policy and framework administration: Develop, implement and maintain local court security policies, guidance and operational procedures aligned with national judiciary frameworks. Create templates, guidelines, checklists and documentation to support compliance and Zero Trust security principles. Advisory and training services: Provide technical advice on IT security architecture, data protection and risk management to judges, court unit executives and IT management. Develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness training and documentation for court personnel. Security operations and tool management: Act as team lead in configuring, administering and monitoring automated security tools, including next-generation firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, web security gateways, SIEM and SOAR platforms (such as Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel), and identity management systems. Monitor SPAM mailbox for Phishing attempts and scan suspicious attachments as needed. Automation and scripting: Write and maintain scripts using PowerShell, Python and Bash to automate security checks, streamline administrative workflows, enforce system configurations and parse security logs. Infrastructure and identity management: Perform advanced Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID security architecture design, Group Policy Object management and access control enforcement. Support secure end-user workstation settings, virtual server infrastructure, multi-factor authentication, and Zero Trust network access solutions. Incident response and collaboration: Coordinate and execute incident response procedures. Collaborate with key judiciary stakeholders, including the Administrative Office, the 9th Circuit IT security officer, federal court IT peers and commercial service providers. Network and systems engineering support: Provide specialized technical support for local and wide area network infrastructure, virtualized server environments (VMware vSphere), storage area networks, IP routing and switching, enterprise wireless (802.11xx), and converged courtroom audio-video and VoIP technologies. Special projects: Assist with technical architecture for new or renovated court spaces, participate in special IT projects and perform other technical support duties as assigned.

Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for this position. Background investigation Pre-employment drug test

Qualifications and evaluation

Complete applications will be reviewed based on Judiciary qualification standards. Applicants selected for interview will be evaluated based upon the question responses they provide during the structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions, the applicant should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what they did, and the outcome.

Benefits

Federal benefits include, but not limited to: Up to 13 days paid annual leave per year for the first 3 years of employment; 20 to 26 days per year thereafter (dependent upon the length of federal service). 11 paid holidays per year. 13 days of paid sick leave per year. Up to 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave, if qualified. Excellent retirement package (enhanced Federal law enforcement retirement benefits) Mandatory participation in the Federal Retirement System (FERS) and Social Security programs. Optional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a 401(k)-styled program with a matching component of up to 5%, with diversification control. Full extension of health benefits. Optional participation in the federal health insurance program of your choice (no waiting period). Optional vision and dental insurance programs of your choice (no waiting period). Optional participation in a flexible spending program for health and/or dependent care. Optional participation in group life insurance. Transit Subsidy. On-site fitness center (Phoenix only) Flexible schedule options.

How to apply

Please visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts. Applications are only accepted on our website. Applications will be considered complete when the online application and all required attachments (in proper format) are received by the Human Resources Division. Applications and/or attachments received after the closing date may not be considered. Priority consideration given to applicants received by October 14, 2026.

Required documents

Applicants must submit the following with their online application: Cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position. Resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

Additional information

This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. The initial appointment to this position is provisional pending the successful completion of the required background checks and/or investigations. Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Employees of the U.S. District Court serve under "Excepted Appointments" and are considered "at will" employees (except for probation officers who may be removed for cause). Federal Civil Service classifications or regulations do not apply; however, court employees are entitled to substantially the same benefits as other Federal Government employees. The U.S. District Court is a drug-free workplace and the applicant selected will be required to participate in a drug screening test prior to employment. All information provided by applicants is subject to verification and background investigation. Applicants are advised that false statements or omission of information on any application materials or the inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after being employed. Participation in the interview process will be at the applicant's own expense and relocation expenses will not be provided. All promotions are subject to the approval of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. The position is subject to the mandatory electronic fund transfer (EFT) participation for payment of net pay (i.e. Direct Deposit). Non-citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, but employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions in 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B). In most cases, this means that an offer of employment cannot be made unless the candidate is a lawful permanent resident who is seeking U.S. citizenship as explained below. Under 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B), a lawful permanent resident seeking citizenship may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen), at which point he or she must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible, and must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application). Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so. The U.S. District Court, District of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer.