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Cybersecurity Specialist (Federal)

Department of Homeland Security
Virginia Beach
Estimated Salary
USD 89.370 – USD 116.255
Live Update
8 Juni 2026
Deadline
8 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting national infrastructure at the Department of Homeland Security in Virginia Beach. We're seeking a dedicated professional to safeguard critical systems against evolving threats in a mission-driven environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving your country.

Our modern facility offers collaborative workspaces, cutting-edge technology, and a supportive culture emphasizing continuous learning. Federal employees receive comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal networks
  • Implement and monitor security controls for cloud and hybrid IT environments
  • Lead incident response coordination during cybersecurity breaches
  • Develop risk mitigation strategies for classified and unclassified systems
  • Collaborate with cross-agency partners on threat intelligence sharing
  • Maintain compliance with NIST and FISMA security standards

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
  • 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
  • Certifications: CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
  • Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
  • Knowledge of federal IT security frameworks (NIST 800-53)

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Network Security Incident Response NIST Compliance Risk Assessment SIEM CISSP Federal IT

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