Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Fort Worth. This urgent hiring opportunity offers a chance to protect critical infrastructure while enjoying competitive federal benefits and career advancement opportunities. We're seeking dedicated professionals to safeguard our nation's digital assets in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Lead incident response operations for security breaches and cyber threats
- Develop and execute security awareness training programs for federal employees
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to enhance national cybersecurity posture
- Analyze security logs and threat intelligence to proactively identify risks
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DHS security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in federal cybersecurity operations
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required
- Experience with NIST SP 800-53 framework implementation
- Strong knowledge of threat detection tools (Splunk, SIEM platforms)
- Ability to work rotating shifts and on-call duties