Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Tucson as a Cybersecurity Specialist and play a critical role in safeguarding national security infrastructure. This full-time federal position offers unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge security initiatives while contributing to the protection of vital government systems. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the prestige of federal service in a dynamic Southwest location.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats using advanced SIEM tools
- Implement and maintain network security protocols and firewalls
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response plans and lead breach mitigation efforts
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal security standards
- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system architectures
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices and threat awareness
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in information security
- CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and network security tools
- Experience with federal compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Active U.S. government security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Knowledge of cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)