Job Description
Join the frontline of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in San Jose. This urgent hiring opportunity offers a chance to protect critical infrastructure while working in California's innovation capital. We seek passionate professionals ready to tackle evolving cyber threats with cutting-edge technology and collaborative teams. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement, and the pride of serving your country.
Responsibilities
- Lead security assessments of federal information systems using NIST frameworks
- Monitor and respond to cybersecurity incidents in real-time
- Develop incident response plans and conduct tabletop exercises
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence sharing
- Implement zero-trust architectures for cloud-based federal systems
- Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability remediation
- Prepare compliance reports for congressional oversight committees
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years experience in federal IT security roles
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and SIEM tools
- Knowledge of FISMA, FedRAMP, and CMMC requirements
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability clearance