Job Description
Join our elite federal team in Portland, OR as an immediate hire IT Specialist. This critical role supports national security operations with cutting-edge technology solutions. We offer competitive federal benefits, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact. Perfect for candidates with federal clearance or those ready to undergo background checks.
Why Apply Today? Start within 14 days with full federal benefits package. No relocation required for local candidates. Training provided for specialized systems.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain federal IT infrastructure including network security protocols
- Provide Tier 3 technical support for classified and unclassified systems
- Implement cybersecurity best practices across government networks
- Coordinate with federal agencies on cross-departmental IT projects
- Document system vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with federal IT standards (FISMA, NIST)
- Train junior staff on federal IT procedures and security protocols
Qualifications
- Active or eligible for federal security clearance (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years experience with enterprise-level IT systems
- Certification in CompTIA Security+ or equivalent (e.g., CISSP, CEH)
- Proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization
- Knowledge of federal IT compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53)
- Ability to pass federal background investigation