Chief Information Officer

Judicial Branch

Supreme Court of the United States

Summary

This is a full-time position with the Office of Information Technology at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Monday, 07/08/2026, 11:59 PM ET

Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Only

Duties

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is the primary information technology advisor for the Supreme Court of the United States and leads the development and implementation of the Court's information technology strategies and operations. The incumbent will develop a thorough understanding of the Court's business operations and information technology systems in order to align its technology infrastructure with organizational needs. The incumbent must have expertise in strategic IT planning, IT systems and data security, enterprise architecture, data governance, budgeting, personnel management, and IT governance, and must be prepared to develop and implement a vision for the Court's information technology future. The incumbent is the primary liaison between the Office of Information Technology and Chambers and Court leaders, and in that role must be able to communicate effectively and translate complex technical concepts to other senior leaders to support overall management of the Court. The Chief Information Officer reports to the Counselor to the Chief Justice in his capacity as chair of the Court's Information Technology Committee. The Chief Information Officer is a member of the Supreme Court Executive Service. The incumbent will apply technical executive leadership expertise to:

Oversee development and maintenance of the Court's multi-year IT enterprise strategy, taking into consideration industry and technology trends that may affect and support the Court's operations.
Provide leadership to establish, implement, and sustain an enterprise architecture discipline to guide technology decisions across the Court, ensuring that systems, applications, data, identity and infrastructure align with long-term business strategy, scalability requirements, and security and resilience standards.
Develop and manage an integrated budget for IT programs and operations; lead IT capital planning, including the evaluation, selection, and control of IT assets and investments.
Lead a professional staff by setting goals, assessing performance, and developing ability; oversee and guide department directors and managers to ensure compliance with policies and collaborative environment; develop a strong organizational culture.
Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to ensure that staff possess the technical, cybersecurity, leadership, and service-delivery skills required to support the Court's current and future needs.
Present performance metrics including key performance indicators and key risk indicators to leadership.
In conjunction with the Chief Information Security Officer and the Court's Information Technology Committee, oversee the development and monitoring of a comprehensive IT security program, including security policies, standards and plans, system testing, administration of security systems, resilience, program compliance, and support for IT security oversight and training programs.
Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the Court's data and information assets.
Oversee technology risk management, including by presenting findings of risk assessments to Court leadership in partnership with the Chief Information Security Officer.
Participate in and support Court committees relating to information security and technology.
In conjunction with Court legal and procurement functions, ensure supply chain risk management practices are in place and effective.
Ensure operational excellence by establishing disciplined processes and procedures, reliable and consistent systems, and infrastructure that is resilient, redundant, and constantly monitored.
Oversee all IT assets and capabilities to ensure that they meet the Court's business expectations.
Promote a customer-centric services culture that aligns with the Court's response and delivery expectations.
Oversee threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, assessment, and compliance and security awareness programs.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

U.S. Citizenship
Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

Significant experience in information technology leadership is required, preferably including at least five years as the Chief Information Officer for a comparable agency, company, or organization. A comprehensive technical knowledge of relevant information technology systems is required. The ability to communicate effectively and cooperatively with department staff and with Court leadership is vital to success in the position. The Chief Information Officer should also have experience with digital transformation - i.e., leading technology adoption to modernize systems - and change management. Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) security clearance is required.

Education

A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in computer science, engineering, information systems, or a related field.

Additional information

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

The selected candidate will be working with a small group of highly skilled and motivated technical staff. The Court provides appropriate in-house and outside third-party technical training. Each staff member is provided with access to high levels of technical support; an in-house library of up-to-date commercially available technical books and software; a technology lab for development and testing of technology products; and a fully equipped computer training room. In addition, the Court provides all employees free access to an in-house exercise facility/weight training room.

Recruitment incentives may be authorized. If authorized, certain incentives will require you to sign a service agreement to remain an employee of the Supreme Court of the United States for a period of up to 2 years. This statement does not guarantee that an incentive will be offered and paid. Incentives may include a recruitment incentive and/or creditable service for annual leave for prior non-federal related work experience or prior uniformed service, if the applicant possesses the skills and experience that are essential to the position, are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal and were acquired in a position with duties directly related to those of the position in which he or she is seeking appointment.

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.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

Required Documents

The following documents are required:

A resume
A cover letter
OF-306 (https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf)

How to Apply

You must also complete, print, and sign the OF-306, then upload it along with your resume and cover letter. These documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 07/08/2026 in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50, Statement of Service, and/or DD-214 will also be required.

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Agency contact information

Human Resources Office

Phone: (202) 479-3404
Email: hr@supremecourt.gov

Address: Supreme Court of the United States
1 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20543
US

Next steps

Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.

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