Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Albuquerque. This critical role protects federal infrastructure from evolving cyber threats while supporting mission-critical operations. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of safeguarding our nation's digital future.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and defend federal networks against cyber intrusions using advanced SIEM tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop incident response protocols and lead cybersecurity breach mitigation
- Collaborate with federal agencies to implement NIST security frameworks
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements
- Manage security access controls and identity management systems
- Generate comprehensive cybersecurity reports for leadership review
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in federal IT security operations
- Certification in CISSP, Security+, or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner
- Proficiency with Splunk, Tenable, or similar security platforms
- Knowledge of FISMA, NIST 800-53, and CMMC frameworks
- Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance