Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal IT Specialist and make a direct impact on our nation's heroes. This urgent remote opportunity in San Jose offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a robust pension plan. As a key member of our federal IT team, you'll secure critical infrastructure while enjoying flexible remote work arrangements.
Why Apply?
- Competitive federal salary with locality adjustments
- Exceptional benefits including pension plan, health insurance, and paid leave
- Remote-first work environment
- Clear career advancement pathways
- Opportunity to serve veterans directly
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure federal IT systems
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability remediation
- Manage cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity protocols
- Collaborate with cross-functional federal teams
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Provide technical support to federal stakeholders
- Document system configurations and procedures
- Participate in federal IT modernization initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of federal IT experience
- Active Security+ CE certification
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to obtain federal security clearance
- Experience with federal IT procurement processes