IT Specialist: Cybersecurity & IT Operations

KBR Careers; City of Watervliet (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

KBR seeks an IT Specialist for TACOM (WVA) to administer and support IT systems, networks, and cybersecurity programs in a military installation environment. You will ensure reliability, security, and performance of IT infrastructure while collaborating with users, leadership, and vendors.

The role requires strong system administration and networking knowledge, experience with Windows, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365, and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting computer systems, networks, servers, software applications, and end-user devices in an enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of system administration, networking, cybersecurity principles, and IT support best practices.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, network, and account access issues.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and common network technologies.
• Proficiency with IT service management tools, system monitoring applications, and technical documentation practices.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, Network+, A+, Microsoft, Cisco, or similar industry-recognized certifications are preferred.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer hardware, software, servers, network equipment, and peripheral devices.
• Provide technical support to users by diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, system access, and network connectivity issues.
• Administer user accounts, permissions, and access controls in accordance with cybersecurity policies and organizational requirements.
• Monitor and maintain network and system performance to ensure reliability, availability, and security of IT services.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures, including system updates, vulnerability remediation, security monitoring, and incident response activities.
• Manage system backups, software inventories, technology assets, and disaster recovery processes to support continuity of operations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system configuration records.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to support IT projects, system upgrades, and technology modernization efforts.

Skills

System administration

Networking

Cybersecurity principles

IT support best practices

Troubleshooting

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Windows OS

IT service management tools

System monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Computer Science/Cybersecurity/Information Systems

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Windows OS

Job description

KBR seeks an IT Specialist for TACOM (WVA) to administer and support IT systems, networks, and cybersecurity programs in a military installation environment. You will ensure reliability, security, and performance of IT infrastructure while collaborating with users, leadership, and vendors.

The role requires strong system administration and networking knowledge, experience with Windows, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365, and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances.