Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Las Vegas, NV, protecting critical infrastructure from evolving threats. This full-time federal position offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve our nation's security needs. You'll work in a cutting-edge environment with state-of-the-art technology while enjoying Las Vegas's dynamic lifestyle.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard federal networks against cyber threats using advanced monitoring tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop incident response protocols and lead security breach mitigation efforts
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to implement NIST security frameworks
- Provide cybersecurity training to federal employees across Nevada
- Generate detailed security compliance reports for leadership review
- Stay current on emerging threats and defensive technologies
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of professional cybersecurity experience
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and penetration testing methodologies
- Strong understanding of federal compliance standards (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53)
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance upon hire