Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security in Houston as a Cybersecurity Specialist and play a critical role in protecting our nation's digital infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cybersecurity defense, safeguarding sensitive federal systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the pride of serving your country.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze cybersecurity threats across federal networks using advanced SIEM tools
- Develop and implement security protocols to protect critical infrastructure systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government networks
- Lead incident response activities during cyber security breaches
- Collaborate with federal agencies to share threat intelligence and best practices
- Maintain compliance with NIST and FISMA security standards
- Train federal employees on cybersecurity awareness and protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity roles
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in network security tools (e.g., Splunk, Palo Alto Networks)
- Experience with federal IT security frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills