Job Description
Join the frontline of national security at the Department of Homeland Security in Washington DC. We are urgently seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to protect critical federal infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. This high-impact role offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security.
Our dynamic team collaborates with federal partners to develop cutting-edge security protocols, conduct vulnerability assessments, and respond to incidents. Enjoy a supportive environment with continuous training and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced security controls for federal IT systems
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and penetration testing
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies and procedures
- Collaborate with cross-agency security task forces
- Monitor and analyze security threats using SIEM tools
- Provide cybersecurity training to federal employees
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in NIST frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills