Job Description
Join the ranks of public service with a stable federal career at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. We're urgently seeking a motivated IT Specialist to support critical infrastructure in Columbus, OH with full remote work flexibility. Enjoy exceptional benefits, job security, and career advancement opportunities while serving your community.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive federal benefits package (healthcare, retirement, paid leave)
- Student loan forgiveness programs (PSLF)
- Telework options up to 100%
- Professional development funding
- Stable career with promotional opportunities
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain federal IT systems and networks
- Implement cybersecurity protocols and incident response
- Provide technical support to federal agencies
- Develop and document system documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT projects
- Ensure compliance with federal IT standards (FISMA, NIST)
- Train users on new systems and procedures
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 2+ years of IT infrastructure experience
- Security+ certification or equivalent
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
- Knowledge of federal IT regulations
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance