Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Analyst with the Department of Homeland Security in Chicago. This full-time federal role offers unparalleled opportunities to protect critical infrastructure while advancing your career in public service. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the satisfaction of serving our nation.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats across federal networks using advanced SIEM tools
- Develop and implement incident response protocols for cyber attacks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government systems
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to enhance national cybersecurity posture
- Prepare detailed threat intelligence reports for senior leadership
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security frameworks
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain federal security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity analysis
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike)
- Experience with cloud security architectures (AWS/Azure)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills