Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as an Information Technology Specialist in Albuquerque, NM. You'll be instrumental in securing and optimizing critical systems that directly serve our nation's heroes. This full-time federal position offers unparalleled benefits and career stability while making a tangible impact.
Why Work With Us?
- Comprehensive federal benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Collaborative environment supporting veterans' healthcare mission
- Competitive salary with locality adjustments
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain IT infrastructure including servers, networks, and cybersecurity protocols
- Implement and monitor security measures to protect sensitive veteran health data
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for VA systems and applications
- Collaborate on IT projects ensuring compliance with federal regulations (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Document system configurations and security protocols
- Train staff on new technologies and best practices
- Stay current with emerging threats and defense technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in IT security or systems administration
- Security+ or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Experience with federal IT infrastructure and compliance standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
- Proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, and network security tools