Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Seattle and help safeguard our nation's critical infrastructure. This pivotal role demands strategic thinking and technical expertise to defend against evolving cyber threats while maintaining federal compliance standards. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Develop and implement advanced security protocols to protect classified and sensitive data
- Lead incident response operations during cybersecurity breaches
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure NIST and FISMA compliance
- Monitor threat intelligence and proactively identify emerging cyber risks
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices
- Generate detailed security reports for senior leadership
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in enterprise security operations
- Industry certifications (CISSP, CEH, or Security+)
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and vulnerability scanners
- Experience with zero-trust architecture implementation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in high-pressure security situations