IT Specialist (Security)

Federal Aviation Administration; Anchorage (AK); Remote; USD 77,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Aviation Administration is seeking an IT Specialist to support PKI administration within the Authentication Services Branch. The role covers design, operation, and maintenance of CA/RA/VA systems and secure identity services across FAA infrastructure.

You will manage Windows Server and RHEL PKI workloads while ensuring proper patching, hardening, and integration with enterprise authentication services.

Responsibilities

• Support PKI services: design, administration, operation and maintenance of CA/RA/VA systems.
• Administer Windows Server and RHEL environments supporting PKI and identity management.
• Configure patches, security hardening, and integration with authentication services.
• Monitor system health and security events using Splunk, SolarWinds, and Tanium.
• Provide operational database support for PKI systems using PostgreSQL and MariaDB.
• Evaluate new features, assess risks, and recommend secure integrations.

Skills

PKI administration

Windows Server administration

RHEL administration

Database support PostgreSQL

Database support MariaDB

System monitoring Splunk

System monitoring SolarWinds

Security hardening

Incident response

Tools

Tanium

SolarWinds

PostgreSQL

MariaDB

Job description

• Department: Department of Transportation

Incumbent will serve as an IT Specialist with the Authentication Services Branch (AIF-310).

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent of this position will serve as an Information Technology Specialist in the AIT, Infrastructure & Operations (AIF) Service Division, and will report to the manager of the Authentication Services Branch. He / She will perform multiple duties in support of enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) administration.

Supporting enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services, including the design, administration, operation, and maintenance of Certificate Authority (CA), Registration Authority (RA), and Validation Authority (VA) systems. Ensures secure certificate lifecycle management and availability of enterprise identity and trust services supporting organizational mission requirements.

Administers and maintains Microsoft Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments supporting PKI, identity management, and application workloads. Performs system configuration, patch management, security hardening, and integration with enterprise authentication and authorization services to maintain compliant and secure operating environments.

Implements and enforces operating system security controls across Windows Server and RHEL platforms in accordance with enterprise cybersecurity standards and best practices. Utilizes enterprise monitoring and analytics tools, including Splunk, SolarWinds, and Tanium, to monitor system health, analyze security events, track PKI performance metrics, and respond to operational alerts.

Provides operational database support for PKI-related systems using PostgreSQL and MariaDB, performing routine maintenance activities such as executing basic queries, validating backups, conducting availability checks, and supporting system reliability and data integrity. Researches emerging technologies, platform capabilities, and security configurations related to Windows Server and RHEL environments.

Evaluates new features and tools, analyzes implementation risks and benefits, and provides technical recommendations supporting secure integration within FAA enterprise infrastructure. Investigates incidents, resolves technical issues, and supports reporting and monitoring functions to improve operational effectiveness and system resilience.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $77351 – $119883/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.