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Joining the Department of Justice

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Career Personal Career DOJ Federal Service CyberCorps
Aman Thanvi
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Aman Thanvi
Cybersecurity Specialist with a Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity from the University of Maryland, College Park. Over six years of progressive cybersecurity experience within federal government and the private sector.
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Joining the Department of Justice
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I’m pleased to announce that I’ve joined the Department of Justice as an Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialist (GS-07). This position represents both the culmination of my academic journey and the beginning of my commitment to federal service through the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service program.

Why the Department of Justice
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The decision to join DOJ was driven by several key factors:

Mission Alignment
The opportunity to protect systems that directly support the administration of justice aligns with my commitment to public service and cybersecurity excellence.

Technical Scope
DOJ’s enterprise-level security challenges provide an environment where I can apply and expand my expertise in threat intelligence, incident response, and security architecture.

Professional Development
Working alongside experienced federal cybersecurity professionals offers invaluable opportunities for growth and knowledge transfer.

Initial Observations
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The complexity and scale of DOJ’s security infrastructure exceeded my expectations. The team’s depth of expertise and collaborative approach to knowledge sharing has created an ideal environment for professional growth. Working with enterprise-level security systems has provided immediate opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios.

Current Responsibilities
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While operational details remain classified, my role encompasses:

  • Implementation of security controls for critical infrastructure
  • Deployment and management of advanced security technologies
  • Collaboration with senior cybersecurity professionals
  • Application of NIST frameworks in production environments

Looking Ahead
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This role is exactly where I wanted to be – applying everything I’ve learned to protect systems that matter. From NASA spacecraft to financial markets to now the justice system, each step has prepared me for this moment.

This position represents an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to national security while advancing my expertise in federal cybersecurity operations.