IRS Recruits Cyber-Tax Experts to Safeguard Digital Filings
Published Date: 12/31/2025
Notice
Summary
The IRS is looking for smart, experienced people to join the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC). If you know about taxes, cybersecurity, software, or helping taxpayers, you can apply by January 31, 2026. This group helps make filing taxes online safer and easier, fighting fraud and improving services for everyone.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
ETAAC Advises on E-Filing Safety and Fraud
ETAAC provides an organized public forum to research and recommend improvements to electronic tax administration, including preventing identity theft-related refund fraud and supporting paperless filing as the preferred method. The committee works with the Security Summit and must provide an annual report to Congress by June 30.
Open Call: ETAAC Nominations Due
The IRS is asking people with experience in taxes, cybersecurity, tax software, tax preparation, payroll, systems management, customer service initiatives, public administration, or consumer advocacy to apply to the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC). Applications and a resume must be submitted by January 31, 2026 via email or electronic fax and include a short 1–2 page statement describing specific skills and qualifications.
Volunteer Membership: 3-Year Terms
ETAAC membership is a volunteer position with members serving three-year terms to allow rotation and different perspectives. Travel expenses will be reimbursed according to government guidelines, but the position does not provide a salary.
Mandatory Background and Tax Clearances
Applicants who are selected will undergo a clearance process that includes fingerprints, tax checks, a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) criminal check, and a practitioner check with the Office of Professional Responsibility. These security and suitability checks are required by Department of Treasury Directive 21-03.
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