Job Description
Join our critical mission to protect national infrastructure! The Department of Homeland Security seeks an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist for immediate deployment in San Francisco. This urgent opening requires rapid onboarding to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to work at the forefront of national security.
Responsibilities
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal networks
- Implement and monitor advanced intrusion detection/prevention systems
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies compliant with NIST standards
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence sharing
- Train personnel on security protocols and best practices
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal cybersecurity operations
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and cloud security
- Knowledge of FISMA and FedRAMP compliance frameworks