The Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section (CCIPS) leads the Department's effort to combat computer and intellectual property crimes worldwide. CCIPS serves as the Department's expert on the confluence of law enforcement and emerging technologies, especially those related to the collection of electronic evidence, and investigates and prosecutes computer crimes by working with other government agencies, the private sector, academic institutions, and foreign counterparts.

Duties

The Deputy Chief of the Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section: Supervises subordinate managers who oversee the activities of attorneys in the Section as they prosecute computer, intellectual property, and cryptocurrency-related crimes, develop and implement policy initiatives, and work internationally to strengthen enforcement regimes and increase international law enforcement cooperation. Assists and supports the Chief in the day-to-day operations of the Section, including but not limited to supervising professional and administrative staff, procurement, budget allocation, hiring, personnel disciplinary actions, and a wide variety of Department reporting responsibilities. Works with subordinate managers to develop, implement, and coordinate Department initiatives in the area of computer and IP crime, cryptocurrency, and cybersecurity. Oversees national training and support for the CHIP Program, a national network of over 200 Assistant U.S. Attorneys from all U.S. Attorneys' Offices, who specialize in prosecuting computer and IP crime, and in coordination with other Criminal Division components, the Digital Asset Coordinators network, a similar network of Assistant U.S. Attorneys specialized in cryptocurrency and other digital assets. Works closely with United States Attorneys' Offices to ensure the proper coordination of multi-district and multi-national computer crime, intellectual property, and cryptocurrency-related investigations and prosecutions. Develops and reviews CCIPS strategies to increase cooperation with foreign entities and governments and to harmonize computer crime, intellectual property, and cryptocurrency-related criminal laws and eliminate procedural impediments in international investigations. Helps oversee the development and execution of the Section's technology crime program, integrating the work of CCIPS's Cybercrime Lab with the Section's criminal caseload and technology law work. Serves as a principal liaison between the Criminal Division and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, State, Defense, Homeland Security, and a variety of domestic and international officials on computer and intellectual property crime issues. Briefs Congressional and White House staff and speaks to the press. Advises high-level Department officials on matters relating to significant prosecutions and the Section's legal and policy work. Supervises the preparation of Department officials for testimony before Congressional Committees and subcommittees. Oversees the Section's financial, human and technical resource applications. Ensures that resource enhancements necessary for proposed priorities are identified and that justification for additional funding is prepared to ensure adequate funding levels. Utilizes efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace for improved program effectiveness, information management, and enhanced decision-making. Expands website applications (both internet and intranet) to serve as a central repository for information related to cyber and intellectual property issues with useful links on case law, international work, legislation, and policy issues. Represents the Section at national and international conferences, as well as multilateral and bilateral meetings involving foreign governments, as a subject matter expert in the areas of electronic evidence, cybercrime and/or intellectual property crime. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
• If the selectee is not a current employee of the Offices, Boards, or Divisions of the U.S. Department of Justice, they will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• The managerial qualifications of a selectee who is not a current or former career Senior Executive Service (SES) employee must be approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before appointment.
• Individuals entering the SES career service for the first time are subject to a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State or territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Applicants must be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) in good standing and have at least 5 years post-J.D. experience. Applicants must also have a high level of management/supervisory experience. Applicants must submit a resume and a separate narrative statement/response that addresses each of the Mandatory Professional/Technical Qualification factors related to this position as well as the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) related to all positions in the Senior Executive Service. OPM's Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications can assist you in writing an effective SES application. In particular, please note the Challenge-Context-Action-Result Model that is recommended and very helpful when drafting ECQ narrative responses. The Guide is available on OPM's Website at: http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/guidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf . Professional/Technical Qualification Requirements Significant experience in developing and litigating Federal criminal matters involving computer crime, intellectual property and/or cryptocurrency offenses; Experience in supervising the prosecution of federal matters and the work product of federal prosecutors, especially in matters involving computer crime, intellectual property, and cryptocurrency offenses; Familiarity with the Federal regulatory and investigatory agencies, on-going programs, and key national goals and priorities relating to computer crime, intellectual property enforcement, cryptocurrency enforcement, and cybersecurity; Experience in establishing and maintaining harmonious relationships with the public, members of Congress, federal law enforcement agencies, United States Attorney's Offices, and Department and Division senior officials; and Substantial experience with applying the Electronic Communications Privacy Act and related authorities in criminal cases, conducting online investigations, and the acquisition of electronic evidence. Executive/Managerial Requirements: ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification encompasses the ability to develop and implement an organizational vision, which integrates key national and program goals, priorities, values, and other factors. Inherent to it is the ability to balance change and continuity--to continually strive to improve customer service and program performance within the basic Government framework, to create a work environment that encourages creative thinking, and to maintain focus, intensity and persistence, even under adversity. Leadership Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, Continual Learning, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Service Motivation, Strategic Thinking, Vision ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to design and implement strategies, which maximize employee potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Leadership Competencies: Conflict Management, Cultural Awareness, Integrity/Honesty, Team Building ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification stresses accountability and continuous improvement. It includes the ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies. Leadership Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to acquire and administer human, financial, material, and information resources in a manner which instills public trust and accomplishes the organization's mission, and to use new technology to enhance decision making. Leadership Competencies: Financial Management, Technology Management, Human Resources Management ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification involves the ability to explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. It also involves the ability to develop an expansive professional network with other organizations, and to identify the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Leadership Competencies: Influencing/Negotiating, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Partnering, Political Savvy, Written Communication

Education

A J.D., or equivalent, degree.

Applicants who possess an equivalent degree rather than a J.D. may be subject to additional review by the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management.

Contacts

• Address Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section c/o Human Resources 1400 New York Avenue NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20004 US
• Name: Sydney Tavares
• Phone: (202) 514-0030
• Email: [email protected]