Job Description
Join the Nation's Leading Federal Agency
We are seeking a detail-oriented and security-conscious Night Shift Federal IT Specialist to support critical infrastructure operations in San Francisco, CA. This is a unique opportunity to serve the public while enjoying a stable career with a generous Pension Plan and comprehensive federal benefits.
As part of the night shift team, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and security of federal systems during low-traffic hours. If you are looking for a long-term career with job security, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and Manage Federal Systems: Oversee network operations, server health, and database integrity during the night shift to ensure 99.9% uptime.
- Security Compliance: Implement and enforce federal security protocols, including access control and audit logging, to protect sensitive government data.
- Incident Response: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues that arise overnight, escalating critical problems to the day shift team immediately.
- Data Management: Perform routine data backups, migrations, and system updates to maintain system performance and security.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate logs of all system activities, incidents, and maintenance tasks performed during the shift.
- Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless handovers and clear communication of ongoing issues.
Qualifications
- Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for a federal security clearance (Secret or Top Secret preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT support, network administration, or system security within a government or corporate environment.
- Availability: Must be willing and able to work rotating night shifts (e.g., 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in TCP/IP, Windows Server, Linux, and federal network architecture.
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently in a quiet environment.