Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security in Seattle as a key IT Specialist, where you'll protect critical infrastructure and support national security initiatives. This full-time federal position offers competitive benefits, career advancement, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology solutions in a mission-driven environment. Your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding our nation's digital assets while enjoying Seattle's vibrant tech ecosystem and work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Lead cybersecurity operations and incident response for federal systems
- Design and implement secure network architectures and cloud solutions
- Manage IT infrastructure including servers, databases, and virtualization
- Ensure compliance with federal security standards (NIST, FISMA)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technology modernization projects
- Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff
- Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability remediation
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Minimum 3 years experience in federal IT security
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and DevOps
- Knowledge of federal IT compliance frameworks
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance