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Federal Cybersecurity Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
San Jose
Estimated Salary
USD 95.000 – USD 140.000
New
Live Update
29 September 2026
Deadline
29 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team protecting critical federal infrastructure in the heart of Silicon Valley. This full-time, permanent position offers unparalleled career growth while safeguarding national security interests. Enjoy comprehensive federal benefits including retirement plans, health insurance, and paid leave. Work in a dynamic environment where your technical expertise directly impacts national resilience.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain federal cybersecurity protocols across classified and unclassified systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government networks
  • Develop incident response plans and lead breach mitigation efforts
  • Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP security standards
  • Collaborate with federal agencies to coordinate cybersecurity initiatives
  • Train personnel on security best practices and threat awareness

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • Minimum 5 years experience in enterprise cybersecurity or federal IT
  • Active CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification
  • Experience with FedRAMP compliance frameworks
  • Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and network security protocols
  • Eligibility for federal security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Federal IT NIST Compliance Incident Response Risk Assessment Security Clearance Network Security CISSP

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