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Cybersecurity Specialist (IT Specialist)

Department of Homeland Security
Austin, TX
Estimated Salary
USD 89.370 – USD 116.300
Live Update
11 Juni 2026
Deadline
11 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Austin, TX, protecting critical infrastructure from evolving digital threats. This full-time position offers unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge security initiatives while serving the nation. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development, and a collaborative environment dedicated to safeguarding America's digital future.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement robust cybersecurity frameworks for federal systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Monitor security operations center (SOC) alerts and incidents
  • Develop incident response plans and disaster recovery protocols
  • Collaborate with cross-agency partners on threat intelligence sharing
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal security standards
  • Train staff on cybersecurity best practices and protocols

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain federal security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 3+ years of cybersecurity experience in federal or regulated environment
  • CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
  • Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and threat detection
  • Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Threat Detection Incident Response NIST Compliance SIEM Cloud Security CISSP FISMA

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