Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Federal Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security. This critical role safeguards America's digital infrastructure against evolving threats while ensuring compliance with stringent federal regulations. You'll operate in a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly impacts national resilience and public safety.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats using advanced SIEM platforms to detect and neutralize cyber attacks
- Develop and implement zero-trust architecture solutions for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Coordinate incident response protocols during security breaches
- Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA security standards
- Mentor junior staff on cybersecurity best practices
- Collaborate with CISA on threat intelligence sharing initiatives
Qualifications
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
- CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- 3+ years experience in federal IT security environments
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and encryption protocols
- Knowledge of CMMC frameworks and FedRAMP requirements
- Experience with security automation tools (Splunk, Palo Alto)