Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security in Austin, TX as a Cybersecurity Specialist and protect our nation's critical infrastructure. This full-time federal position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge security initiatives. You'll be part of a mission-driven team safeguarding federal systems against evolving cyber threats while enjoying Austin's vibrant tech community and exceptional quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical systems
- Lead incident response efforts during security breaches
- Develop security awareness training programs for federal employees
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security architecture
- Monitor threat intelligence and emerging cyber risks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- Security+ CE, CISSP, or equivalent certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools and threat detection platforms
- Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 framework
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance