IT Specialist *Secret Clearance Required

Description

TEKsystems is currently seeking an IT Specialist to support a local government customer in New Orleans. Qualified candidates will need an active DoD Secret Clearance and a CompTIA Security+ certification.

• Install, configure, service, repair, and maintain IT systems in both a stand‑alone and client‑server environment, including MS server, Defense Message Systems, and other authorized IT systems.
• Install, configure, service, repair, and maintain hardware and software for network services, storage networking devices, and servers.
• Integrate multiple information systems in a networked environment, evaluate and resolve customer information system problems, effect required hardware upgrades and repair to maintain mission capability.
• Install and configure wireless hubs, routers, switches, and various transmission media, server hardware and software, and ensure the proper installation and configuration of workstation hardware and software for efficient operation on the network.
• Install, optimize and troubleshoot Local Area and Base Area Networks. Familiar with Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), routing protocols: EIGRP, BGP, VLANs, VPNs, and NAT.

• Active Secret clearance or higher
• CompTIA Security+
• 2+ years of IT experience
• Hardware break/fix experience
• High school diploma or GED

This is a Contract position based out of New Orleans, LA.

The pay range for this position is $30.32 - $30.32/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Orleans, LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.