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Federal IT Specialist - Urgent Hiring - Chicago

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Chicago
Estimated Salary
USD 78.880 – USD 102.740
New
Live Update
26 September 2026
Deadline
26 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join a prestigious federal agency in Chicago and contribute to national security initiatives. We're urgently hiring dedicated professionals for stable, long-term career opportunities with comprehensive benefits and retirement plans. This role offers competitive salaries, professional development, and the chance to make a tangible impact on critical infrastructure.

Our Chicago office provides a collaborative environment where you'll work alongside top-tier professionals in cutting-edge projects. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, generous paid leave, and robust health insurance coverage. This is your chance to build a secure future while serving the nation.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain federal IT infrastructure systems ensuring 99.9% uptime
  • Implement and monitor cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive government data
  • Coordinate with cross-agency teams on system integration and compliance initiatives
  • Develop technical documentation and provide user training for new systems
  • Conduct regular system audits and recommend security enhancements
  • Respond to and resolve critical IT incidents within SLA requirements
  • Collaborate on modernization projects to improve federal IT efficiency

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in federal IT systems or equivalent government infrastructure
  • Active Security+ or CISSP certification required
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and virtualization technologies
  • Demonstrated experience with FedRAMP compliance frameworks
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
  • Strong analytical skills and experience with system troubleshooting methodologies

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Cloud Computing Federal IT Compliance System Administration Security Clearance AWS Azure FedRAMP CISSP

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