Job Description
Join the Department of Defense as a Cybersecurity Specialist in Virginia Beach, where you'll safeguard critical national infrastructure. This high-impact role offers competitive benefits, federal retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities within one of America's premier agencies. Work in a mission-driven environment protecting digital assets and supporting national security initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on DoD systems
- Monitor security infrastructure using SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Develop incident response plans and lead breach mitigation efforts
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices and threat awareness
- Manage security audits and regulatory compliance documentation
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal IT security environments
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP or CEH certifications required
- Expertise in network security tools (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs)
- Knowledge of DoD RMF and NIST SP 800-53 frameworks
- Strong analytical skills and threat intelligence experience