Job Description
Join the critical mission of protecting national infrastructure as a Cybersecurity Specialist for the Department of Homeland Security in Albuquerque. This urgent opening requires immediate deployment to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced cybersecurity protocols across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop risk mitigation strategies compliant with NIST and FISMA standards
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices
- Collaborate with DHS intelligence teams on threat intelligence analysis
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal cybersecurity operations
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and network security protocols
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61)
- Knowledge of federal compliance requirements (FISMA, DFARS)