Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as an IT Specialist in Raleigh, NC and play a critical role in safeguarding our nation's cybersecurity infrastructure. This full-time position offers competitive federal benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology solutions that protect national security. We're seeking passionate professionals dedicated to public service and technological innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems supporting critical homeland security missions
- Lead cybersecurity incident response and threat mitigation efforts
- Develop technical documentation and compliance reports for federal standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate emerging technologies
- Provide expert guidance on IT infrastructure modernization projects
- Ensure all systems adhere to NIST and FISMA security protocols
- Mentor junior staff and conduct technical training sessions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of progressive IT experience with federal systems
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and network security protocols
- Strong knowledge of federal IT acquisition processes and regulations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
- Experience with enterprise-level system integration and testing
- Demonstrated project management skills using federal methodologies