Policy and Compliance Attorney

The Strategic Projects Law Unit (SPLU), part of the National Security & Cyber Law Branch (NSCLB) within the FBI's Office of General Counsel, handles complex policy and compliance matters at the intersection of technology, national security, and law. SPLU attorneys advise on issues involving national security, cyber operations, foreign intelligence collection, and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The unit also supports policy and legislative initiatives and oversees compliance, oversight, and training related to national security activities. NSCLB works closely with DOJ, the Intelligence Community, and other partners in support of the FBI's mission to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution. 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. The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States. Job Description Conducts research and legal analysis related to national security and cyber operations, including Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act applications. Collaborates with the Department of Justice (DOJ), National Security Division (NSD), Office of Intelligence (OI) on compliance matters. Provides expert-level advice directly to agents and analysts on compliance matters. For national security and cyber matters, engages in all aspects of the legislative process, including drafting Legislation, providing technical assistance to congressional staff, and preparing executive management for congressional hearings. Advises on and drafts proposed policies of the FBI regarding national security and cyber matters and conducts training for FBI personnel on these issues. Maintains a close liaison and a collaborative relationship with FBI attorneys within Headquarters and the Field Offices as well as from DOJ/NSD/OI, and United States and Intelligence Community. Qualifications Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. ASIC REQUIREMENT: ALL Applicants must possess a law degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction). GS-13: Applicants applying for the GS 13 must also have 1.5 years or more post J.D. legal experience. GS-14: Applicants applying for the GS 14 must also have 2.5 years or more post J.D. legal experience. GS-15: Applicants applying for the GS 15 must also have 4 or more years of post J.D. legal experience. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants must possess a J.D. degree from an accredited law school (or have an LLM degree or other graduate law degree in addition to a J.D.). Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic education requirement by submitting a copy of law school transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Please see the "Required Documents" section of this announcement for additional information. Application Deadline: No deadline. Applicants can submit applications on any date. Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances. Relocation Expenses: will be borne by the selectee, except FBI employees returning from LEGAT assignment. Employees returning from LEGAT assignments must advise the Staffing Unit, Administrative Unit, and the International Operations Unit of their application to apply. Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

GS-13: $121,785.00 - $158,322.00;

GS-14: $143,913.00 - $187,093.00;

GS-15: $169,279.00 - $197,200.00

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