Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Federal Cybersecurity Specialist in Phoenix, AZ. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security offers a prestigious opportunity to protect critical infrastructure while advancing your career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive federal benefits package including retirement plans
- Professional development through specialized training programs
- Collaborative culture with cutting-edge cybersecurity resources
- Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options
Responsibilities
- Monitor and defend against cyber threats to federal networks
- Implement and maintain security protocols compliant with NIST/FISMA standards
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams during incident response
- Develop security awareness training for federal employees
- Manage security infrastructure including firewalls and IDS/IPS systems
- Document security procedures and maintain compliance documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of cybersecurity experience in government or regulated industry
- Active Security Clearance (Secret level required)
- Certification in CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH
- Expertise in network security tools (Splunk, SIEM, Palo Alto)
- Knowledge of federal IT security frameworks (NIST 800-53, FISMA)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities