Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at the Department of Homeland Security and play a pivotal role in protecting America's critical infrastructure. As a Cybersecurity Specialist, you'll implement cutting-edge security protocols, conduct vulnerability assessments, and defend against sophisticated cyber threats. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the prestige of serving your nation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity defense systems
- Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing
- Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities and anomalies
- Develop incident response plans and lead security breach mitigation
- Collaborate with federal agencies on threat intelligence sharing
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal security standards
- Mentor junior cybersecurity professionals
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- Security+ CE, CISSP, or equivalent certification required
- Expertise in network security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Knowledge of federal compliance frameworks
- Active Secret security clearance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities