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Federal Information Security Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
Arlington
Estimated Salary
USD 98.000 – USD 155.000
Live Update
29 Juli 2026
Deadline
29 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join our elite team protecting national security infrastructure through cutting-edge cybersecurity initiatives. This permanent federal position offers exceptional benefits, pension plans, and unparalleled job stability while safeguarding critical systems against evolving threats. Work alongside industry experts in a mission-driven environment with competitive compensation and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain NIST-compliant security controls across federal IT systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
  • Develop incident response protocols for cyber-attack scenarios
  • Coordinate with federal agencies on security policy implementation
  • Manage security access controls and authentication systems
  • Lead compliance audits for FISMA and CMMC requirements
  • Train personnel on security best practices and protocols

Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in federal IT security roles
  • Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
  • Expertise in risk assessment frameworks (NIST SP 800-30)
  • Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
  • Knowledge of FedRAMP and CMMC compliance standards
  • Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Risk Assessment NIST Compliance Incident Response Federal IT Security Clearance FISMA SIEM CISSP

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