Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in San Diego! We're urgently seeking qualified professionals to protect critical infrastructure against evolving threats. This high-impact role offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve your nation while working in one of America's most vibrant tech hubs. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Lead cybersecurity operations for federal systems in the San Diego region
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response protocols and threat mitigation strategies
- Collaborate with federal law enforcement partners on threat intelligence
- Maintain compliance with FISMA, NIST, and DHS security frameworks
- Train junior staff on security best practices
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security
- CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- Experience with SIEM tools and threat detection platforms
- Knowledge of CMMC and FedRAMP standards
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability Determination