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Federal Cybersecurity Specialist - Immediate Hire

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Colorado Springs
Estimated Salary
USD 95.000 – USD 145.000
Live Update
9 September 2026
Deadline
9 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join the frontline of national security as a Federal Cybersecurity Specialist in Colorado Springs. This immediate hire position offers the opportunity to protect critical infrastructure and digital assets for the U.S. Government. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the prestige of serving your country. Our team values innovation, integrity, and mission-driven excellence. Apply today to make an immediate impact in safeguarding federal systems against evolving cyber threats.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal networks
  • Develop and implement advanced security protocols for classified and unclassified systems
  • Lead incident response coordination during cybersecurity breaches
  • Collaborate with federal agencies to establish security best practices
  • Analyze threat intelligence and provide actionable mitigation strategies
  • Maintain compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal security standards
  • Train federal personnel on cybersecurity awareness protocols

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in federal cybersecurity operations
  • Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification
  • Proficiency in SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and security automation tools
  • Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
  • Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and zero-trust architecture
  • Demonstrated knowledge of CMMC and NIST 800-53 frameworks

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Incident Response SIEM FISMA Compliance Threat Intelligence Cloud Security Zero-Trust Architecture

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