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This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
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Summary
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
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3 vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC
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Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $143,913 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 14 - 15
Promotion potential 15
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Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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 Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
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Financial disclosure required No
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Announcement number NSD-26-13055813-DE Control number 883376400
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page.
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About the Office
The mission of the National Security Division (NSD) is to coordinate the Department of Justices (DOJs) efforts in carrying out its core mission of combating terrorism and protecting national security, including protecting our national assets from state-sponsored threats to the private sector. NSD is responsible for supervising the enforcement of all federal criminal laws related to counterterrorism and counterespionage, except those specifically assigned to other divisions. NSD also serves as DOJs liaison to the United States Intelligence Community (USIC) and represents the government and the USIC before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. NSD advises the Attorney General regarding all matters of national security policy.
The position requires mastery of the legal profession, is expected to apply novel legal theories to issues; to make decisions or recommendations that significantly change, interpret, or develop important public policies or programs; and to serve as a recognized expert in a given specialty area.
NSDs Foreign Investment Review Section (FIRS) is responsible for DOJs non-prosecutorial efforts to proactively address national security risks to cross-border transactions and technology posed by foreign adversaries, hybrid commercial threats, and other threat actors.
These efforts span a range of case-specific and general authorities relating to inbound and outbound foreign investments, telecommunications, data security, and the information and communications technology and services (ICTS) supply chain, including the following:
Job Description
To implement the Presidents America First Investment Policy by representing the Department of Justice on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), discharge the Attorney Generals responsibilities as chair of the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the U.S. Telecom Services Sector (Team Telecom), execute the policies of E.O.13913, as well as respond to the ICTS supply chain national emergency President Trump declared in Executive Order 13873, and deliver on promises made by President Trump in his America First Investment Policy and NSPM-2 on Imposing Maximum Pressure on Iran, FIRS is seeking line attorneys who will:
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Qualifications
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least two or more years of post-J.D. professional experience. Applicants must have superior academic credentials, possess excellent analytical and writing skills, and have the dedication and capacity to work independently in a very demanding environment. Past experience in the national security or intelligence fi eld is not required but is preferred. Prior federal litigation experience is also strongly preferred.
Must be able to meet JMD and NSD suitability criteria for this position.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
Failure to obtain or retain this level of security clearance and access will be grounds for reassignment, demotion, or removal from the Federal Service. Employee must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent periodic drug screening thereafter.
Occasional travel is required, which may involve the use of commercial and/or government aircraft.
This position is MISSION ESSENTIAL. Most, if not all, essential job functions must be performed in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The incumbent is required to report for duty, in person, as necessary, in an emergency (regardless of holidays, weekends, nights, furloughs) or conditions such as weather in which non-essential personnel are not expected to report.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE MANAGEMENT/REPORTING: The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining an ethical culture and upholding the principles of ethical conduct. As a DOJ Employee, you will be subject to the Standard of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. As a new Government employee, or as a new employee to this Department, you will be required to receive initial ethics orientation within 3 months of appointment. In addition, you will be required to fi le the Public
Financial Disclosure report (OGE 278e) within 30 days of your appointment, annually, and within30 days of termination of employment in accordance with title 5, C. F.R. 2634. If you have any questions about these requirements, or any Government ethics issue, you should contact theethics office for the DOJ.
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 oflaw and the United States Constitution.
Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as anattorney under the laws of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least two ormore years of post-J.D. professional experience.
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Salary
GS-14: $143,913 - $187,093 (per annum)
GS-15: $169,279 - $197,200 (per annum)
Travel
Occasional travel may be required.
Relocation Expenses
Relocation Expenses will not be authorized.
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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.
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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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Application Process
Please submit a resume (not to exceed two pages), a writing sample that exhibits your own written advocacy skills (no longer than 10 pages), and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if a federal employee) via email to firs.application@usdoj.gov. The subject line should read: [LAST NAME] - Attorney Fall 2026. No telephone calls, please.
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.
Agency contact information
Viketa Edwards
Email viketa.edwards@usdoj.gov Address National Security Division
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Room 9W.300
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
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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
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How to Apply
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Application Process
Please submit a resume (not to exceed two pages), a writing sample that exhibits your own written advocacy skills (no longer than 10 pages), and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if a federal employee) via email to firs.application@usdoj.gov. The subject line should read: [LAST NAME] - Attorney Fall 2026. No telephone calls, please.
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.
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Agency contact information
Viketa Edwards
Email viketa.edwards@usdoj.gov Address National Security Division
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Room 9W.300
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
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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
| Location | Washington, DC |
| Salary | $143,913–$197,200 Per Year |
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