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- Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
- Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field OR equivalent experience/training.
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) – required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
- 0-2 years of experience in a system administration, IT support, or help desk role.
- Basic understanding of system administration, including user account management, patching, and file system organization.
- Familiarity with Windows Server or Linux operating systems.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures, document work, and escalate issues appropriately.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute in a structured, security-focused DoD environment.
- Experience in a DoD or federal IT environment.
- Exposure to RMF, STIGs, or cybersecurity compliance tools such as eMASS or ACAS.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) is a plus.
- IT certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Fundamentals, or Linux+.
ValidaTek is a premier government IT consulting firm based in the Washington DC area that drives technology transformation and secures mission-critical systems for our federal partners. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation.