Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Analyst with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Tallahassee, Florida. This critical role involves protecting federal IT infrastructure from evolving cyber threats while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals in a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly safeguards American citizens and critical systems.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Implement and maintain security controls per NIST and FISMA standards
- Develop incident response plans and conduct tabletop exercises
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams during cyber threat investigations
- Generate comprehensive security reports for senior leadership
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and network security protocols
- Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Knowledge of CMMC frameworks and zero-trust architectures