Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Baltimore. We're seeking dedicated professionals to protect critical infrastructure and federal systems from evolving cyber threats. This role offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve your country while working in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Our Baltimore facility is at the heart of federal cybersecurity operations, offering state-of-the-art resources and collaboration with top-tier professionals. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and continuous professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced cybersecurity controls across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical systems
- Develop incident response plans and lead security breach mitigation
- Ensure compliance with federal NIST and FISMA security standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security architecture
- Analyze threat intelligence and recommend proactive security measures
- Maintain security documentation and audit compliance records
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal cybersecurity roles
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expertise in network security tools (SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities