Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration as an Information Technology Specialist in Baltimore, MD. Play a critical role in modernizing federal systems while serving millions of Americans. This position offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a mission-driven environment. We're seeking passionate professionals to help secure our digital infrastructure and deliver seamless citizen services.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems supporting SSA's core operations
- Lead cybersecurity initiatives including vulnerability assessments and incident response
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical solutions
- Manage cloud infrastructure and ensure system reliability
- Conduct system testing and performance optimization
- Provide technical guidance to junior staff and stakeholders
- Stay current with federal IT policies and industry best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of IT infrastructure experience with federal systems
- Active Security+ CE certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and DevOps practices
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and federal security protocols
- Experience with enterprise-level database management
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance