Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security. This pivotal role safeguards critical infrastructure and combats evolving cyber threats to protect our nation. You'll work in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts national resilience, collaborating with elite teams to implement cutting-edge security protocols and incident response strategies.
Responsibilities
- Lead cybersecurity incident response and threat mitigation for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Develop and implement zero-trust security architectures
- Collaborate with CISA on threat intelligence sharing and joint operations
- Maintain compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and FedRAMP standards
- Mentor junior security analysts and conduct security awareness training
- Generate executive-level security briefings for DHS leadership
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal government experience
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or GIAC (e.g., GCFA, GCIH)
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and network defense
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and forensic analysis
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and regulations
- Strong analytical skills with experience in threat modeling