Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Federal Cybersecurity Analyst in Nashville. This remote weekend shift position offers the unique opportunity to protect critical infrastructure while enjoying a flexible schedule. You'll work in a dynamic environment supporting federal agencies nationwide with cutting-edge security protocols and threat intelligence. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development opportunities, and the pride of serving your country.
What You'll Experience:
- Collaborate with elite cybersecurity teams across federal agencies
- Work from home with state-of-the-art equipment provided
- Competitive federal salary with locality adjustments for Nashville
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits
- Clear pathways for advancement within federal service
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats across federal networks during weekend shifts
- Analyze security logs and incident reports using SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Implement NIST SP 800-53 security controls and federal compliance frameworks
- Collaborate with remote teams to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Document security incidents and prepare detailed technical reports for leadership
- Stay current on emerging threats through continuous training and intelligence briefings
- Support disaster recovery planning and incident response drills
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a federal security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations or threat analysis
- Proficiency in security tools: SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and common attack vectors
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts with minimal supervision
- Experience with federal IT security policies (FISMA, NIST, CNSSI)
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification (preferred)