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Information Technology Specialist (Security)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration HeadquartersWashington, DC · Senior
$143,913 – $187,093
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This NASA role secures critical IT infrastructure by managing vulnerability remediation, access controls, and cloud security across enterprise systems. It suits experienced security professionals who can lead technical initiatives, advise leadership on cybersecurity strategy, and maintain compliance with federal standards.
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of directly related specialized experience at GS-13 level or equivalent
- Enterprise server vulnerability remediation across cloud and on-premises environments
- Patching and hardening of Linux and Windows systems
- Certificate updates and KEV/SOC/POA&M findings resolution
- AWS cloud administration (EC2, GuardDuty, FSx, Airflow, virtual desktops)
- Access control and security workflows management
- User permissions and MFA implementation
- Attention to detail
- Customer service orientation
- Oral communication skills
- Problem-solving ability