Information Systems Specialist – Public Sector

RAPIDFORT

. Support the day-to-day operation and troubleshooting of information systems used in federal and DoD environments .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in Operating Systems, Networking, and Security, with hands-on experience in Linux Administration and Technical Troubleshooting. Capable of supporting Information Systems in Federal and DoD environments while maintaining compliance and documentation.

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Linux AdministrationTechnical TroubleshootingInformation Systems SupportSecurity+ CertificationNetworking

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Hard Skills

Operating SystemsNetworkingSecuritySystem ConfigurationSystem HardeningVulnerability ManagementContainer SecurityTechnical TroubleshootingDocumentation MaintenanceCompliance Activities

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCuriositySound JudgmentProfessional ApproachWillingness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Linux SystemsWindows SystemsCloud PlatformsCybersecurity ToolsRapidFort Platform

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+ Certification

Industry Keywords

Federal EnvironmentsDoD EnvironmentsInformation SystemsTechnical SupportSystem Inventory

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the day-to-day operation and troubleshooting of information systems used in federal and DoD environments
Work with Linux and Windows systems, networking, user access, and system configuration
Investigate customer issues, document findings, resolve issues within scope, and escalate complex problems to senior technical or engineering teams
Assist with installation, configuration, patching, system hardening, and security-related tasks
Maintain documentation, system inventories, and configuration records
Support compliance activities by gathering information and following established procedures
Learn RapidFort’s platform and develop practical knowledge of container security, vulnerability management, and the software supply chain

Requirements

What you’ll need

0–2 years of professional IT experience; relevant military service, internships, co-ops, help desk work, and substantial hands-on lab experience are welcome
A bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent military technical training
U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance
Foundation in operating systems, networking, security, and technical troubleshooting
Clear communication skills and a professional approach to working with government and enterprise customers
Curiosity, sound judgment, and willingness to learn from more experienced team members
Helpful: hands-on Linux administration or troubleshooting
Helpful: Security+ certification, or willingness to obtain it if required for the assignment
Helpful: exposure to cloud platforms, containers, scripting, or cybersecurity tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote flexibility: Work from anywhere in the U.S., with occasional customer-site travel
Equity as part of the compensation package
Comprehensive benefits package
Technical growth toward security engineering, cloud infrastructure, or customer-facing technical roles
Direct learning alongside teams building and supporting RapidFort’s platform