Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Atlanta as a Senior IT Specialist and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our nation's critical infrastructure. We're seeking a dedicated professional to lead complex cybersecurity initiatives and drive technological innovation in a mission-critical environment. This full-time federal position offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on national security.
Our Atlanta hub serves as a strategic center for federal IT operations across the Southeast, providing a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly support homeland security missions. You'll work alongside top-tier professionals in state-of-the-art facilities while enjoying competitive compensation and exceptional work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure for federal systems
- Lead incident response protocols for cybersecurity threats
- Develop comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans
- Manage cloud migration projects for federal agencies
- Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Mentor junior IT staff and provide technical guidance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT systems
- Active Security+ CE and CISSP certifications required
- Expertise in FedRAMP and NIST compliance frameworks
- Experience with AWS/Azure cloud environments
- Strong project management skills (PMP or similar)
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance
- U.S. citizenship mandatory