IT Specialist

**Job Summary** This position requires an experienced IT professional capable of managing enterprise databases, cloud-hosted systems, on-premises servers, data storage environments, and secure network infrastructure supporting mission-critical occupational health and medical programs. This is a contractor position working with Government stakeholders and technical support teams, the specialist will provide systems administration, database management, cloud infrastructure support, cybersecurity support, network administration, and technical analysis in a highly regulated environment. **Responsibilities** * Administer, maintain, and support enterprise Windows and Linux server environments across both cloud-hosted and on-premises infrastructures. * Manage server performance, system availability, patching, backups, disaster recovery processes, and infrastructure modernization initiatives. * Support enterprise storage environments, data repositories, system integrations, and operational continuity requirements. * Support Active Directory management, computer management, and Microsoft Windows Server administration. * Provide customer service, explain solutions clearly, and use analysis skills to identify recurring technical issues. * Implement, monitor, and maintain cloud-based computing environments and associated infrastructure services. * Administer and maintain databases supporting occupational health, medical, and administrative programs. * Monitor database performance, perform routine maintenance activities, manage access permissions, and support data integrity initiatives. * Support enterprise data storage, data retention, backup, archival, and recovery processes. * Assist with database troubleshooting, reporting, data migration efforts, and system upgrades. * Administer and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and associated network services. * Monitor system and network performance, identify operational issues, and implement corrective actions. * Support cybersecurity initiatives through access management, account administration, system hardening, vulnerability mitigation, and security monitoring. **Experience** * A bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline and at least eight (8) years of professional IT experience are required. * Candidates must possess at least five (5) years of hands-on experience in each of the following areas: Database administration, management, and maintenance. Cloud-based server administration and management (Microsoft Azure, AWS, or similar enterprise platforms). On-premises server administration and data management. Enterprise data storage, backup, recovery, and retention processes. Windows Server and/or Linux systems administration. User account management, access controls, and cybersecurity best practices. Enterprise infrastructure support and troubleshooting. **Preferred Qualifications** * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * AWS Certified SysOps Administrator * AWS Solutions Architect Associate * Microsoft Windows Server Certification * Cisco CCNA or CCNP * CompTIA Security+ * CISSP Pay: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year Benefits: * Paid time off * Professional development assistance Application Question(s): * Are you able to work 100% onsite in Washington DC 5 days/week? * Are you a US Citizen? Work Location: In person