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Cybersecurity Specialist (GS-12/13)

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
New York, NY
Estimated Salary
USD 87.000 – USD 142.000
New
Live Update
8 September 2026
Deadline
8 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join DHS's elite cybersecurity team in protecting America's critical infrastructure. This GS-12/13 position offers unparalleled opportunities to defend federal systems against evolving threats while advancing your career in national security. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the pride of serving your nation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead incident response for federal network security breaches
  • Implement zero-trust architecture across DHS systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Develop security policies compliant with NIST and FISMA standards
  • Mentor junior cybersecurity analysts
  • Collaborate with FBI and NSA on threat intelligence

Qualifications

  • 5+ years cybersecurity experience with federal systems
  • CISSP or CEH certification required
  • Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Active Top Secret clearance
  • Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Knowledge of CMMC framework

Required Skills

Cybersecurity NIST FISMA CISSP AWS Azure Incident Response Penetration Testing Zero Trust

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