Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Federal IT Specialist to join our elite team in New York. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a highly motivated professional seeking stability, excellent benefits, and a chance to make a tangible impact on national security.
As a key member of our technical staff, you will leverage your expertise to modernize federal systems and ensure the highest level of data integrity and cybersecurity.
Why Join Us?
- Immediate Start: Hiring authority in place for immediate placement.
- Outstanding Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan with agency contributions, and generous paid time off.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work schedules available in the New York metro area.
Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain complex federal IT infrastructure, ensuring 99.9% uptime.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy scalable IT solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff members.
- Manage software licenses, hardware inventory, and system upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations, including FISMA and NIST standards.
Qualifications
- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance (must be current or reinstatable).
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT environments, cybersecurity, or network administration.
- Proficiency with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and virtualization platforms.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced government setting.