Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite technology team in Sacramento, CA, where innovation meets national security. As an Information Technology Specialist, you'll safeguard critical infrastructure and empower federal missions through cutting-edge solutions. This full-time role offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside top-tier professionals in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems supporting federal operations
- Conduct risk assessments and develop cybersecurity protocols for classified networks
- Lead cross-functional teams on infrastructure modernization projects
- Provide technical guidance on cloud migration and data management strategies
- Ensure compliance with federal IT standards (FISMA, NIST)
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on digital forensics initiatives
- Manage vendor relationships for hardware/software procurement
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
- 5+ years experience in federal IT infrastructure management
- Active Security+ CE and CISSP certifications
- Expertise in AWS/Azure cloud platforms and FedRAMP compliance
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (CIS Controls, NIST SP 800-53)
- Experience with incident response and disaster recovery planning
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting