Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's dynamic IT team in Baltimore as a full-time federal employee. You'll secure critical systems that serve 67 million Americans while enjoying exceptional benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. This role offers stability, career growth, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on national infrastructure.
Why Join SSA?
- Comprehensive benefits package (health/dental/vision)
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Flexible work schedules
- Professional development funding
- Pension plan (FERS)
Responsibilities
- Manage enterprise-level cybersecurity systems and implement NIST compliance protocols
- Administer cloud infrastructure on AWS/GCP with a focus on high-availability solutions
- Develop automation scripts using Python/PowerShell for system monitoring
- Coordinate disaster recovery testing and incident response procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT modernization projects
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Maintain documentation for system architecture and security policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of IT infrastructure management experience
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in Linux/Windows server administration
- Familiarity with FedRAMP and CUI handling procedures
- Experience with federal IT security frameworks (NIST 800-53)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance