Job Description
Join the critical mission of protecting national infrastructure as a Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security in Atlanta. This urgent hiring opportunity requires immediate deployment to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the chance to make a tangible impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats using SIEM tools
- Implement and maintain firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Develop incident response plans and lead breach mitigation efforts
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on cybersecurity initiatives
- Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and federal security standards
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices and protocols
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal IT security operations
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification
- Proficiency in Splunk, ArcSight, or similar SIEM platforms
- Familiarity with Windows/Linux system hardening
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61)
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance within 6 months