Information Systems Specialist - (Remote US)

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Location:: Remote, United States
Work Arrangement:: Remote (With occasional travel to customer sites)
Experience:: Entry level (0–2 years)
Job Type:: REMOTE
Company:: RapidFort
Salary:: $80,000 – $100,000 / year (Base salary, depending on experience, skills, and certifications)
Posted:: 2026-09-25

Job Overview

RapidFort is seeking an entry-level Information Systems Specialist to join its Public Sector team. RapidFort specializes in reducing software attack surfaces and vulnerabilities across containerized environments, serving commercial enterprises as well as United States federal and Department of Defense (DoD) organizations operating in security-sensitive environments.
This fully remote position provides early-career IT professionals, military veterans, and technical graduates with direct exposure to container security, software supply chain defense, and vulnerability management. Working alongside senior systems and software engineers, the specialist will support the daily operations, configuration, and security hardening of information systems across Linux and Windows environments while troubleshooting technical issues for public sector clients.

• Support the daily administration, operation, and technical troubleshooting of information systems deployed across federal and Department of Defense (DoD) settings.
• Administer and troubleshoot Linux and Windows operating systems, network connections, user access rights, and system configurations.
• Investigate customer technical issues, document root-cause findings, resolve routine problems, and escalate complex challenges to senior engineering teams.
• Assist with system installation, software patching, system hardening, and security configuration tasks across client platforms.
• Maintain organized documentation, system inventories, configuration logs, and operational procedures.
• Assist with regulatory compliance tasks by gathering technical evidence and adhering to established security protocols.
• Learn the RapidFort security platform to build practical expertise in software supply chain protection, container security, and vulnerability reduction.

• Active United States citizenship and an active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline, OR equivalent military technical training.
• 0 to 2 years of professional IT experience, including relevant military service, technical co-ops, internships, help desk roles, or substantial hands-on lab experience.
• Foundational knowledge of operating system administration, computer networking, cybersecurity fundamentals, and technical troubleshooting methodologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional demeanor suitable for public sector and enterprise interactions.
• Demonstrated curiosity, sound decision-making abilities, and an eagerness to learn from senior engineers.

• Hands-on experience with Linux system administration or technical troubleshooting.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification, or willingness to earn the certification if required for specific assignments.
• Exposure to cloud computing platforms, containerization technology, scripting languages, or specialized cybersecurity software.

• Annual base salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000 (commensurate with skills, experience, and certifications).
• Equity ownership component included in the compensation package.
• Comprehensive health and employee benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangements across the continental United States.
• Professional development and technical mentorship in software supply chain defense and container security.

• RapidFort is an equal opportunity employer considering all qualified candidates regardless of protected demographic characteristics.
• Military veterans with relevant technical background or training are explicitly encouraged to apply.

Applicants may want to highlight relevant military technical training, help desk experience, software co-ops, or hands-on laboratory work on their resume to demonstrate technical capability. Clearly stating active U.S. citizenship and Secret security clearance status near the top of the resume is essential. Candidates should also showcase any hands-on experience with Linux troubleshooting, Windows administration, networking concepts, or certifications such as Security+. Highlighting strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to learn container security technologies will further demonstrate readiness for this public sector role.