Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as an Information Technology Specialist and help secure our nation's critical infrastructure. This GS-12 position offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work on cutting-edge cybersecurity initiatives in a dynamic federal environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain secure IT systems for federal operations
- Implement cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive data
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for network infrastructure
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system upgrades
- Ensure compliance with federal IT security standards (FISMA)
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing
- Develop disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of IT infrastructure experience
- Active Security+ CE certification required
- Experience with federal IT security frameworks
- Proficiency in network administration and cloud technologies
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills