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IT Specialist (GS-12)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Seattle, WA
Estimated Salary
USD 90.000 – USD 117.000
New
Live Update
29 September 2026
Deadline
29 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join our mission to serve America's heroes as an IT Specialist at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. This critical role supports our cutting-edge healthcare technology infrastructure in one of the nation's most vibrant cities. You'll implement secure systems, optimize digital health services, and directly impact veteran care while enjoying competitive federal benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimize electronic health record systems (EHR) across multiple VA facilities
  • Implement cybersecurity protocols and conduct vulnerability assessments
  • Lead IT infrastructure upgrades including server virtualization and cloud migrations
  • Provide technical support for telehealth initiatives serving rural veterans
  • Develop disaster recovery plans and ensure HIPAA compliance
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams on system integrations
  • Mentor junior IT staff and document technical procedures

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship and federal background investigation required
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of experience with healthcare IT systems (EHR, PACS, etc.)
  • Active CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification
  • Proficiency in Windows Server, VMware, and Azure/AWS
  • Demonstrated experience with ITIL frameworks
  • Ability to obtain and maintain VA IT Position Certification (Level II)
  • Strong problem-solving skills with federal IT compliance knowledge
  • Required Skills

    IT Infrastructure Healthcare IT Cybersecurity Cloud Computing EHR Systems System Administration HIPAA Compliance VMware Azure

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