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Information Technology Specialist (Federal)

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Austin
Estimated Salary
USD 70.000 – USD 110.000
Live Update
27 Juli 2026
Deadline
27 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Austin as an Information Technology Specialist and play a critical role in safeguarding our nation's digital infrastructure. We offer competitive benefits, federal retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven environment. U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain secure federal IT systems and networks
  • Provide Tier 3 technical support for enterprise applications and infrastructure
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and security compliance audits
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions
  • Document system configurations and create technical documentation
  • Monitor system performance and implement optimization strategies
  • Ensure compliance with federal IT security standards (NIST, FISMA)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in federal IT systems administration
  • Active Security+ or CISSP certification required
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and virtualization
  • Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and incident response
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance

Required Skills

IT Administration Cybersecurity Cloud Computing NIST Compliance Security+ CISSP AWS Azure FISMA

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