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Federal Cybersecurity Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
Los Angeles
Estimated Salary
USD 95.000 – USD 145.000
New
Live Update
26 September 2026
Deadline
26 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting critical federal infrastructure in Los Angeles. We're urgently hiring dedicated professionals to safeguard national security systems against evolving cyber threats. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement within federal service.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and defend federal networks against cyber attacks using advanced SIEM tools
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
  • Develop incident response protocols and lead breach mitigation efforts
  • Collaborate with FBI, NSA, and other federal agencies on threat intelligence
  • Train federal staff on cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards
  • Manage security audits and ensure adherence to FISMA and NIST frameworks

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (mandatory)
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
  • 5+ years experience in federal IT security roles
  • Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
  • Expertise in network security tools (Splunk, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike)
  • Knowledge of zero-trust architecture and cloud security
  • Ability to obtain DHS Suitability clearance

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Federal Compliance Incident Response Threat Intelligence SIEM NIST FISMA CISSP CEH

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