Job Description
Are you a dedicated technical professional seeking a meaningful career in federal service? The U.S. Department of Defense is currently seeking a skilled Federal IT Specialist (Cybersecurity) to join our mission-critical team in San Antonio, Texas. This role offers the opportunity to secure national infrastructure and support vital defense operations in a world-class military city.
Why Join Us?
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth. As a federal employee, you will enjoy job security and the satisfaction of contributing to the safety and security of the nation.
We are looking for individuals who are detail-oriented, innovative, and ready to tackle complex challenges in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain advanced cybersecurity protocols to protect federal information systems.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and security audits to identify potential risks.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for complex network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy security solutions.
- Monitor system performance and respond to security incidents in real-time.
- Manage configuration management and asset tracking for federal hardware.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of specialized experience in IT security or network administration.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Familiarity with federal regulations such as NIST, FISMA, and DIACAP.
- Strong knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and VPN technologies.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.