Chief Information Security Officer

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Census Bureau
• Department: Department of Commerce
• Location: Suitland, Maryland
• Salary: $151661 – $228000/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Competitive
• Number of Openings: 1
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Top Secret
• Date Posted: 2026-09-09
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-23

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Job Summary

The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking a highly-motivated and capable executive to serve as the Chief Information Security Officer. This position is a Senior Executive Service (SES) General position. Positions in the SES are not graded. SES pay is commensurate with qualifications. SES employees are eligible for bonuses and awards based on performance. Veteran's preference is not applicable to SES.

Key Responsibilities

The Chief Information Security Officer serves as the advisor to Census Bureau executive management on all areas of Information Technology Security and is responsible for: Developing and communicating the overall information security strategy, goals and objectives with appropriate performance measures to support bureau and department security requirements. Managing the monitoring and recording of the performance of information systems security initiatives.

Recommending courses of action and policies to senior management that allow the Census Bureau to securely meet its organizational goals. Managing cybersecurity acquisition projects and budgets for a large Information Technology infrastructure environment; planning, implementing, and overall project management for cybersecurity objectives; and forming strategic partnerships to accomplish cybersecurity goals and objectives.

Directing bureau-wide automation security programs that comply with federally mandated security requirements and commonly accepted industry automation security best practices. Travel Required: Occasional Travel Description: Travel may be required to attend or present at meetings and conferences on topics relevant to the U.S. Census Bureau's mission.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Contact

mikaila.l.stewart@census.gov · 301-763-4644

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Census Bureau, Department of Commerce.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $151661 – $228000/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.

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