Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as an Information Technology Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in New York. We're seeking a dedicated professional to safeguard critical infrastructure and advance our digital transformation initiatives. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the prestige of serving your nation in a dynamic urban environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems supporting national security missions
- Lead cybersecurity incident response and vulnerability management protocols
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud migration and DevOps initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal IT standards (FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP)
- Manage enterprise network infrastructure and cybersecurity tools
- Develop technical documentation and training materials for staff
- Coordinate with external vendors for system integration and maintenance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in federal IT systems administration
- Active Security+ CE certification and/or CISSP preferred
- Proficiency in AWS/Azure cloud services and scripting languages
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal IT compliance frameworks
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance