Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security in Oklahoma City. This pivotal role safeguards critical federal infrastructure against evolving cyber threats while supporting mission-critical operations. You'll work in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts national resilience.
We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture dedicated to public service excellence. This position requires a federal security clearance and is ideal for candidates passionate about protecting digital assets while advancing their technical career.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response plans for cyber-attacks
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams on threat intelligence
- Manage security access controls and encryption systems
- Train federal staff on cybersecurity best practices
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience in government or regulated industry
- Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Knowledge of federal security frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Active Secret security clearance
- Proficiency in network security tools (Wireshark, Nmap)
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance