Job Description
Are you a skilled IT professional looking for a meaningful career in the public sector? The City of Boston is currently conducting an urgent hiring initiative for a Government IT Specialist.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support the city's digital transformation and infrastructure security. This is a critical role ensuring our government services remain accessible, secure, and efficient for all citizens.
Key Highlights:
- Immediate Impact: Work directly on projects that affect thousands of residents.
- Secure Future: Join a team committed to top-tier cybersecurity and data integrity.
- Generous Benefits: Includes comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and a robust pension plan.
Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career while serving the public interest.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure IT infrastructure for municipal operations.
- Conduct risk assessments and enforce compliance with federal and state cybersecurity protocols.
- Collaborate with city departments to identify technical requirements and digital solutions.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot complex network issues in real-time.
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee IT service contracts.
- Develop documentation for IT policies, procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or government contracting.
- Current Top Secret Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain one) is required.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) and database management (SQL).
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and virtualization technologies.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.