Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Dallas. This full-time federal role offers unparalleled benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to protect critical infrastructure while advancing your career in a mission-driven environment. We seek dedicated professionals committed to safeguarding our nation's digital assets.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced cybersecurity protocols to protect federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Develop incident response plans and lead security breach mitigation
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence sharing
- Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and federal security standards
- Mentor junior security analysts and conduct security training
- Generate comprehensive security reports for senior leadership
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security or equivalent clearance
- Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification
- Expertise in network security, encryption, and threat detection tools
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance
- Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Strong analytical skills and crisis management capabilities