Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Federal Cybersecurity Analyst in Austin, TX. Protect critical infrastructure and digital assets for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Enjoy competitive benefits, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities in a mission-driven environment. Apply your expertise to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze cybersecurity threats using advanced SIEM tools
- Implement and maintain security protocols for federal IT infrastructure
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response plans and coordinate breach mitigation
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence sharing
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience in federal/government sector
- Active CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- Expertise in threat detection and incident response
- Knowledge of federal security frameworks (NIST, FISMA, CMMC)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance