Job Description
Join the critical mission of protecting America's digital infrastructure as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security. This urgent hiring initiative seeks highly skilled professionals to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats in the Los Angeles area. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security.
Our Los Angeles Cyber Operations Center offers a dynamic environment where you'll collaborate with elite teams to implement cutting-edge security protocols. This role provides unparalleled training and exposure to high-stakes cybersecurity challenges.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats using SIEM tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Develop and implement incident response plans for cyber attacks
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security standards
- Collaborate with federal law enforcement on threat intelligence sharing
- Provide technical guidance to junior cybersecurity staff
- Document security procedures and maintain audit trails
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (Splunk, CrowdStrike)
- Knowledge of NIST RMF framework and FISMA compliance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network architecture
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail