Job Description
Join the frontlines of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in San Jose. This urgent hiring opportunity offers a chance to protect critical infrastructure and combat evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the prestige of serving your country. Immediate start dates available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop and implement security protocols aligned with NIST and FISMA standards
- Collaborate with IT teams to harden network defenses and patch vulnerabilities
- Prepare detailed incident reports and mitigation strategies
- Provide cybersecurity training to federal employees
- Manage security information and event management (SIEM) systems
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations
- CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Familiarity with federal IT security frameworks (FISMA, NIST)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, mission-critical environment