Job Description
Join the critical mission of safeguarding federal infrastructure at the forefront of cybersecurity defense. As a Federal Information Security Specialist at DHS in Los Angeles, you'll protect classified systems and ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards. This role offers unparalleled career growth in national security with competitive benefits and retirement plans.
Responsibilities
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal networks
- Develop and implement security protocols for classified data systems
- Monitor security incidents using SIEM tools and respond to cyber threats
- Prepare compliance reports for OMB and congressional oversight
- Train federal staff on security best practices and incident response
- Coordinate with CISA on threat intelligence and mitigation strategies
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance required
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of federal IT security experience
- Certification in CISSP, Security+, or CEH
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA requirements
- Experience with DoD RMF or FedRAMP frameworks