Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in San Jose. This critical role safeguards federal infrastructure against evolving cyber threats while offering unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve your country. We provide competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements, and continuous professional development.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced network security protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified databases
- Lead incident response operations during cyber security breaches
- Develop risk mitigation strategies for critical infrastructure protection
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on national security initiatives
- Maintain compliance with FISMA, NIST, and DHS security frameworks
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security environments
- Active CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- Expertise in threat intelligence analysis and SIEM tools
- Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Proficiency in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network architecture
- Experience with zero-trust security models and encryption protocols