Job Description
Join our mission to serve America's heroes as a Federal IT Specialist in Columbus, Ohio. The Department of Veterans Affairs offers a dynamic environment where your technical expertise directly impacts veteran care. Enjoy competitive benefits, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities while working at the forefront of federal technology initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain secure IT infrastructure including servers, networks, and cloud systems
- Implement cybersecurity protocols and ensure compliance with federal regulations (FISMA, NIST)
- Develop and support custom applications using Java, Python, and .NET frameworks
- Provide technical leadership for cross-functional IT projects
- Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
- Document IT processes and prepare compliance reports for federal audits
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of IT infrastructure management experience
- Active Security+ CE certification
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and virtualization technologies
- Experience with federal IT security frameworks and compliance standards
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a regulated environment
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance