In radio world, we call this a two-for-Tuesday.Not only do you know about the FTC’s CIO job, but there’s another interesting opening in the federal community. The Secret Service is looking for a new CIO.

This senior executive will “drive the evolution of how information technology is used in order to ensure the protection of the President of the United States, the Vice President of the United States, the White House and the nation’s critical financial infrastructure. The position of CIO requires insight into emerging technology and business trends, an understanding of global threats and cybersecurity risks, and knowledge of current technology standards, frameworks and best practices.”

There isn’t a ton of information about the Secret Service’s IT infrastructure or plans out there, but in its 2014 strategic plan, the organization said advanced technology was one of its four goals.

“We face important decisions regarding many aspects of our IT infrastructure, including its governance, enterprise architecture, capital planning, and security. A growing demand for employees to have instantaneous information on wireless devices also exists,” the plan stated. “We must invest in infrastructure that advances our command and control capabilities and ensures mission success.”

Scott Cragg was the Secret Service’s CIO up until last year, but he recently became the deputy chief technology officer at the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board. Cragg was with the Secret Service for about four years.

Applications are due Feb. 19.

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