IT Specialist (Security)

Information Technology SpecialistThe 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. Department of Transportation