Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's critical mission to protect America's digital infrastructure. We're urgently seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to safeguard federal systems in Phoenix, AZ. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge security initiatives. Apply now to become part of our elite cybersecurity team defending against evolving threats.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced security measures for federal networks and systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical infrastructure
- Develop incident response protocols and lead security breach mitigation efforts
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on national security initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal security standards (NIST, FISMA)
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices and protocols
- Analyze threat intelligence and implement proactive defense strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal or enterprise cybersecurity
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Expert knowledge of threat detection tools (Splunk, SIEM)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network protocols
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities