Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at the Department of Homeland Security and help protect critical national infrastructure. This urgent opening requires immediate action to defend against evolving cyber threats. We're seeking a dedicated professional to safeguard federal systems and ensure operational resilience. Enjoy competitive benefits, mission-driven work, and opportunities for professional growth within one of America's most impactful agencies.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government systems
- Develop and implement security protocols compliant with NIST and FISMA standards
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence sharing
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices
- Generate comprehensive security reports for leadership review
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of federal compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability Determination