| Location | Washington, DC |
| Salary | $120,000–$185,000 Per Year |
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Information Security Engineer
Legislative Branch
Congressional Budget Office
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The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides independent, objective economic and budget analysis to the Congress. The agency seeks a skilled and experienced Information Security Engineer to manage an effective program to protect its information systems.
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Summary
The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides independent, objective economic and budget analysis to the Congress. The agency seeks a skilled and experienced Information Security Engineer to manage an effective program to protect its information systems.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $120,000 - $185,000 per year
The salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.
Pay scale & grade
AD 00
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 27-08 Control number 892079000
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
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The information security engineer develops and applies the tools and approach necessary to protect CBOs network and computer systems. This position involves a composite of engineering expertise with hands-on incident response and security analysis. The successful candidate will design, configure, and optimize security tools to enhance detection and response capabilities.
This role requires an in-depth understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response procedures and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Specific duties include the following:
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
Qualifications
Candidates must have 8 to 10 years of information technology experience, with at least 5 years of recent experience in conducting risk analysis, analyzing audit logs, developing a zero trust architecture, identifying system vulnerabilities, and performing threat hunting to proactively identify and mitigate risks. The most important requirement for this position is demonstrated expertise in a variety of security systems and technologies currently in place. Also required is recent experience with cloud security and advanced threat defense, firewall implementation and system penetration technology, malware detection, and network operating systems (the administration of Windows, Linux, or cloud operating systems is a plus). Experience with information technology security concepts, NIST 800-53 controls and requirements, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework is preferred, as is knowledge of the fundamentals of AI and machine learning. Candidates must also possess strong verbal and written communication skills, especially the ability to explain complex technical material clearly to senior staff, information systems professionals, and both technical and nontechnical users.
Education
A bachelors degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred. CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Cloud+, Security+, Pen Test, and/or other applicable certifications are desirable.
Additional information
This position follows a hybrid work schedule and requires employees to work in person in the Washington, D.C., office on designated core days. Additional in-office days may be required on the basis of operational needs, such as on-site support of the agencys infrastructure and data center operations. The position may require periodic travel (approximately once per month) to the agencys alternate computer facility. Full-time telework is not available for this position. Not a remote position.
Only applications submitted through CBOs careers website (www.cbo.gov/careers) will be reviewed.
CBO is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/D
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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
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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.
CBO offers excellent benefits and a collegial, respectful work environment.To learn more: https://www.cbo.gov/about/careers/benefits.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application includes your resume, responses to the on-line questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a not qualified determination. Those who arent qualified will be informed and not considered further. Others will be referred to the hiring division for further consideration.
Benefits
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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.
CBO offers excellent benefits and a collegial, respectful work environment.To learn more: https://www.cbo.gov/about/careers/benefits.
Required documents
Required Documents
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A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references are required.
See How to Apply for instructions.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
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Please submit a cover letter, a résumé, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers.
To ensure consideration, apply by November 13, 2026; CBO may stop accepting applications at any time after that date.
This position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email careers@cbo.gov Address Congressional Budget Office
Ford House Office Building, Fourth Floor
Washington, DC 20515-6925
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Next steps
You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your application is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you dont meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
Help
A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references are required.
See How to Apply for instructions.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Help
Please submit a cover letter, a résumé, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers.
To ensure consideration, apply by November 13, 2026; CBO may stop accepting applications at any time after that date.
This position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.
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Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email careers@cbo.gov Address Congressional Budget Office
Ford House Office Building, Fourth Floor
Washington, DC 20515-6925
US
Next steps
You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your application is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you dont meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Congressional Budget Office
The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. If youre looking for a job where you can analyze budgetary and economic effects of public policies, provide nonpartisan, objective analysis, support the Congress, and work with some of the brightest minds in policy analysis, CBO just might be the right place for you.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email careers@cbo.gov Address Congressional Budget Office
Ford House Office Building, Fourth Floor
Washington, DC 20515-6925
US
Visit our careers page
Learn more about what its like to work at Congressional Budget Office, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.
https://www.cbo.gov/about/careers
Summary
The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides independent, objective economic and budget analysis to the Congress. The agency seeks a skilled and experienced Information Security Engineer to manage an effective program to protect its information systems.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $120,000 - $185,000 per year
The salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.
Pay scale & grade
AD 00
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 27-08 Control number 892079000
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