Job Description
Join the UK Government's critical mission to protect national infrastructure. We're urgently hiring a Federal IT Security Specialist to safeguard sensitive systems against evolving cyber threats. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to protect our digital borders. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement pathways, and the chance to make a tangible difference in national security.
Responsibilities
- Implement advanced cybersecurity protocols across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Lead incident response to security breaches and cyber attacks
- Develop and maintain security documentation and compliance reports
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams on threat intelligence
- Mentor junior security personnel and conduct training workshops
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in IT security with federal/government exposure
- CISSP, CISM, or CEH certification mandatory
- Expertise in NIST frameworks and GDPR compliance
- Active SC clearance or ability to obtain immediately
- Proven experience with SIEM tools and threat detection platforms