Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Federal Cybersecurity Specialist in New York. This critical role protects critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Work in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts national resilience and public safety.
We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to serve at the highest level of government. Ideal candidates will thrive in high-stakes situations and possess a deep commitment to public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Lead cybersecurity incident response and threat mitigation for federal systems
- Develop and implement security protocols aligned with NIST and FISMA standards
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical infrastructure
- Collaborate with federal agencies to enhance cybersecurity posture
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms
- Prepare compliance reports for congressional oversight
- Mentor junior security personnel on best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA compliance
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Active Secret security clearance (ability to obtain Top Secret)
- Demonstrated experience with incident response protocols
- Strong analytical and communication skills