Job Description
Join the frontline of national security as a Cybersecurity Analyst with the Department of Homeland Security. This urgent hiring initiative seeks dedicated professionals to protect critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive benefits, federal retirement plans, and the opportunity to serve your nation in a mission-critical role.
Why Join Us?
- Direct impact on national security initiatives
- Comprehensive federal benefits package
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment with top-tier professionals
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts across federal networks
- Conduct incident response and forensic investigations
- Develop and implement security protocols for critical systems
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity teams
- Prepare detailed threat assessment reports for leadership
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Stay current on emerging cyber threats and defense techniques
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience in government or regulated industry
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills