Job Description
Join the Department of Defense as a Cybersecurity Specialist in San Antonio, TX. Protect critical national infrastructure while advancing your career in one of America's most vital sectors. This role offers competitive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to serve your country. We're seeking dedicated professionals to safeguard sensitive data and systems in a dynamic federal environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain network security protocols including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption standards
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses
- Develop incident response plans and coordinate security breach mitigation efforts
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations including NIST, FISMA, and DoD directives
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM tools and analyze network traffic patterns
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices and security awareness protocols
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into system development lifecycle
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in network security or cybersecurity roles
- CompTIA Security+ CE or CISSP certification preferred
- Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements
- Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, or Nessus
- Strong analytical skills and ability to document security procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting