Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Phoenix and protect America's critical infrastructure. This pivotal role involves defending federal networks against sophisticated cyber threats while ensuring compliance with FISMA and NIST standards. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and protect federal networks against cyber threats using SIEM tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response protocols and lead security breach investigations
- Ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity policies and regulations
- Train personnel on security best practices and threat awareness
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams on threat intelligence sharing
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in federal IT security roles
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in NIST frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network protocols
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills