DC Courts
Deqa Abdillahi is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in information security compliance and risk management. Currently serving as a Cyber Security Compliance Analyst at DC Courts, Deqa previously held the position of Senior IT Security Compliance Analyst at Employee Navigator, LLC, where compliance initiatives and security awareness training programs were executed. With prior roles at Guidehouse, PwC, and MicroStrategy, Deqa developed skills in vulnerability scanning, risk assessment, operational audits, and regulatory compliance standards such as ISO 27001 and HIPAA. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Information Technology and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from George Mason University.
DC Courts
The D.C. Courts are comprised of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals (akin to a state supreme court), the Superior Court of the District of Columbia (DC Superior Court) and the Court System, which provides administrative support to both courts. The D.C. Courts are the third branch of the District of Columbia government. The mission of the DC Courts is: To protect rights and liberties, uphold and interpret the law, and resolve disputes peacefully, fairly and effectively in the District of Columbia. The DC Court of Appeals has nine judges, and several senior judges, and sits in panels of three to hear appeals from decisions of the DC Superior Court and District agencies. The DC Superior Court has 61 associate judges, 24 magistrate judges, a number of senior judges and a chief judge. Magistrate Judges are selected by the Superior Court's board of judges. Associate Judges are selected by the President of the United States from a list of three sent to the White House for each vacancy. The Senate holds hearings and then votes on confirmation. All DC judges live in the District of Columbia.