Job Description
Join the frontline of national security as a Cybersecurity Analyst at the Department of Homeland Security. This critical role safeguards federal systems against evolving cyber threats while supporting mission-critical infrastructure. Enjoy comprehensive federal benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats using SIEM tools
- Incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop and implement security protocols per NIST standards
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity teams
- Prepare detailed incident reports and remediation plans
Qualifications
- BS/MS in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience in federal/government sector
- Expertise in threat detection and incident response frameworks
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Proficiency with Splunk, ArcSight, or similar SIEM platforms