Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Oakland, CA! We are urgently seeking a highly skilled IT Specialist to support federal operations in the Bay Area. This is your opportunity to serve your country while working with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Apply immediately - positions are filling fast!
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain federal IT infrastructure including servers, networks, and cloud systems
- Implement cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive government data
- Provide technical support and training to federal staff across multiple agencies
- Coordinate system upgrades and disaster recovery planning
- Ensure compliance with federal IT regulations and policies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technology initiatives
- Document system configurations and troubleshoot complex technical issues
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years of IT infrastructure management experience
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain one)
- Proficiency in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and virtualization
- Federal IT compliance knowledge (FedRAMP, CUI)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- U.S. citizenship required