Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Portland. We're urgently seeking dedicated professionals to protect critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. This federal role offers unparalleled job stability, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on national safety. Immediate start available for qualified candidates. Apply today to become part of our elite cybersecurity team.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced security protocols for federal networks and systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical infrastructure
- Develop incident response plans and lead cybersecurity breach mitigation
- Collaborate with federal agencies on threat intelligence sharing and security initiatives
- Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and federal cybersecurity standards
- Mentor junior team members on security best practices and emerging threats
- Generate comprehensive security reports for senior leadership and congressional oversight
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in federal/government sector
- Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification (required)
- Expertise in SIEM tools, network security, and cloud security architectures
- Secret clearance (ability to obtain Top Secret clearance mandatory)
- Experience with federal compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST 800-53)
- Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders