Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in San Francisco as a critical Information Technology Specialist. Shape the future of federal IT infrastructure while safeguarding national security. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and unparalleled career growth opportunities in one of America's most innovative tech hubs.
Why Join DHS?
- Impactful work protecting critical infrastructure
- Cutting-edge technology environment
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Generous retirement benefits
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure network systems for federal operations
- Lead cybersecurity initiatives and threat mitigation strategies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT modernization projects
- Provide technical guidance on cloud migration and DevOps practices
- Ensure compliance with federal IT security protocols (FISMA, NIST)
- Manage system documentation and disaster recovery plans
- Mentor junior IT staff and conduct technology training
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of progressive IT experience with federal systems
- Active Security+ CE certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containerization
- Strong knowledge of federal IT security frameworks and compliance
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Ability to obtain and maintain DHS security clearance