Job Description
Join the frontline of national security as an immediate hire Federal Cybersecurity Specialist in Albuquerque. Protect critical infrastructure and digital assets for the Department of Homeland Security in this high-impact role. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, rapid onboarding, and the opportunity to serve your country while advancing your career in cybersecurity.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and defend federal IT systems against cyber threats using advanced security tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Implement and maintain NIST-compliant security protocols across federal systems
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams during incident response and threat mitigation
- Generate detailed security reports and compliance documentation for federal audits
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices and threat awareness
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in network security or incident response
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and firewalls
- Knowledge of federal IT security frameworks (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal suitability clearance