Job Description
Immediate opportunity for a Federal Cybersecurity Analyst in Portland, OR! Join our critical mission protecting national infrastructure at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This urgent full-time position offers competitive benefits, career advancement, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security. Apply now to secure your role in this high-priority federal position.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze cybersecurity threats across federal networks using advanced SIEM tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop and implement incident response protocols for security breaches
- Collaborate with federal agencies to share threat intelligence and best practices
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security frameworks
- Lead security awareness training programs for federal employees
- Generate detailed threat reports and executive briefings
- Manage security access controls and identity management systems
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security environments
- Advanced knowledge of threat detection and mitigation technologies
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Experience with federal compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents