Job Description
Join our critical mission at the Department of Homeland Security in Jacksonville, FL! We're urgently seeking a skilled IT Specialist to protect national infrastructure. This is your chance to serve your country while enjoying competitive benefits and career growth. Immediate start available for qualified candidates who can hit the ground running in our fast-paced federal environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and secure federal IT systems and networks
- Implement cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive data
- Provide technical support to federal agencies in North Florida
- Conduct system audits and compliance assessments
- Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT modernization
- Stay updated on evolving federal IT regulations
- Mentor junior IT staff on security best practices
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Security clearance eligibility (ability to obtain Secret clearance)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years of IT security/system administration experience
- Expertise in network security protocols (NIST, FISMA)
- Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Familiarity with federal IT acquisition processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities