Job Description
Join our elite federal team in Austin as an IT Specialist and make an immediate impact on national security initiatives. We're offering exceptional benefits including comprehensive health insurance, generous retirement plans, paid leave, and professional development opportunities. This is your chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects while enjoying work-life balance in Austin's vibrant tech hub.
Why Apply Today?
- Immediate Start: Begin your career within 2 weeks
- Premium Benefits: 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and flexible scheduling
- Impactful Work: Protect critical infrastructure and systems
- Growth Path: Clear advancement opportunities to GS-15
Responsibilities
- Manage and secure federal IT infrastructure including network systems and databases
- Implement cybersecurity protocols and conduct vulnerability assessments
- Provide technical support to federal agencies across Texas
- Coordinate disaster recovery and business continuity planning
- Ensure compliance with federal IT regulations (FISMA, NIST)
- Lead system upgrades and integration projects
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in federal IT systems administration
- Active Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency with Windows Server, Linux, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
- Knowledge of federal acquisition processes (FAR/DFARS)
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
- Experience with ITIL frameworks and service management