Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as an urgent Cybersecurity Specialist at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Louisville, KY. This critical role requires immediate placement to protect federal infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security. Immediate interviews scheduled for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard federal systems using advanced threat detection protocols
- Conduct incident response and forensic analysis for security breaches
- Implement NIST compliance frameworks across networks
- Collaborate with federal law enforcement on threat intelligence
- Develop security policies for cloud and hybrid infrastructure
- Lead vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Mentor junior security analysts
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance (mandatory)
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal experience
- CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of FISMA and FedRAMP standards
- Experience with AWS/Azure security services
- Bachelor's in IT/Cybersecurity or equivalent