Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Federal IT Specialist in San Jose, CA. Enjoy competitive pay with weekly direct deposit, comprehensive benefits, and the stability of federal employment. This role supports critical national security infrastructure while offering exceptional work-life balance in the heart of Silicon Valley.
What We Offer:
- Weekly pay schedule
- Full federal benefits package (health, dental, vision)
- Generous paid time off
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Retirement savings plan
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain federal IT infrastructure systems
- Implement cybersecurity protocols and conduct vulnerability assessments
- Provide technical support to federal employees and contractors
- Ensure compliance with federal IT regulations (FISMA, NIST)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system upgrades
- Document technical procedures and incident reports
- Train users on new IT systems and security protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of IT infrastructure experience
- Active Security+ CE or CISSP certification
- Proficiency with Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud platforms
- Experience with federal compliance frameworks
- Valid U.S. government security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills