Job Description
Join our mission to protect critical infrastructure! The Department of Homeland Security is urgently hiring a Cybersecurity Specialist in Kansas City, MO. This high-impact role involves safeguarding federal systems against emerging threats while collaborating with cross-agency teams. Enjoy competitive benefits, federal retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities in a mission-driven environment. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal IT systems
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Develop incident response plans and lead breach mitigation efforts
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and CMMC frameworks
- Collaborate with DHS, FBI, and NSA on threat intelligence sharing
- Maintain SCIF-level security protocols for classified systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Active Security Clearance (Top Secret/SCI required)
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal system experience
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network architecture
- Experience with federal incident response protocols (NIST SP 800-61)
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability clearance