Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Analyst for the Department of Homeland Security in Raleigh, North Carolina. This pivotal role safeguards critical federal infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze cyber threats to federal networks using advanced SIEM tools
- Develop and implement security protocols for classified and unclassified systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Coordinate incident response for security breaches
- Prepare detailed threat intelligence reports for senior leadership
- Collaborate with NCIS, FBI, and other federal agencies
- Maintain compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain federal security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years experience in network security or threat analysis
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications
- Proficiency in Splunk, Wireshark, and vulnerability scanners
- Experience with federal security frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Strong analytical and incident response skills