Build an IT or Cybersecurity Career at the U.S. Department of State
Modern diplomacy depends on secure communications, information systems and technology. The Department of State offers Civil Service and Foreign Service career paths that include IT specialists, data scientists, engineering and information-management roles.
Visit Official Career SiteRegister as an NER Job SeekerWhy Consider U.S. Department of State?
Modern diplomacy depends on secure communications, information systems and technology. The Department of State offers Civil Service and Foreign Service career paths that include IT specialists, data scientists, engineering and information-management roles.
You do not necessarily need years of professional experience before beginning a federal IT or cybersecurity career. Depending on the position, candidates may qualify through education, certifications, technical training, projects, internships, apprenticeships or relevant experience.
IT & Cybersecurity Career Areas
IT Specialists (2210)
Apply your education, training, certifications, projects and hands-on technical skills to this career area.
Cybersecurity
Apply your education, training, certifications, projects and hands-on technical skills to this career area.
Information Management
Apply your education, training, certifications, projects and hands-on technical skills to this career area.
Data Science
Apply your education, training, certifications, projects and hands-on technical skills to this career area.
Engineering
Apply your education, training, certifications, projects and hands-on technical skills to this career area.
Diplomatic Technology
Apply your education, training, certifications, projects and hands-on technical skills to this career area.
Career Development & Entry Opportunities
State’s Civil Service career information identifies IT Specialists (2210). The Department also offers paid student programs and a Recent Graduates Program targeting graduates of trade and vocational schools, community colleges, universities and other qualifying programs.
Important: program availability and application periods change. Always check the current official career site and position announcement for eligibility and dates.
Are You New to IT or Cybersecurity?
Do not automatically eliminate yourself because you do not have five or ten years of professional experience.
- College or technical-school education
- Cybersecurity or IT certifications
- Hands-on laboratory work
- Home labs and cyber ranges
- Internships and apprenticeships
- Technical projects
- Practical technology experience
The important question is whether your background meets the requirements of the specific position announcement.
Search Terms to Try
Try several technical terms rather than searching only for “cybersecurity.”
NER Can Help You Prepare
Registered NER job seekers receive access to detailed career resources designed to help move from technical training toward actual employment.
Our registered guide for U.S. Department of State walks you through finding positions, understanding announcements, preparing your résumé, identifying technical evidence and submitting a stronger application.
Register as an NER Job SeekerDisclaimer: National Employment Registry is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Government. Federal employment requirements are determined by the individual position announcement. Always review the official announcement before applying.