Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Chicago as a Federal Cybersecurity Specialist. This high-impact role safeguards critical national infrastructure against evolving digital threats while offering unparalleled career growth and stability. Enjoy comprehensive federal benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to protect our nation's digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Lead incident response for security breaches
- Collaborate with cross-agency partners on threat intelligence
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal security standards
- Mentor junior cybersecurity personnel
- Stay current with emerging cyber threats and defense technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience
- Security+ CE, CISSP, or equivalent certification
- Expert knowledge of federal IT security frameworks
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Active federal government security clearance required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities