Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Nashville as a Federal IT Security Specialist. Protect critical national infrastructure while advancing your career in a mission-driven environment. Enjoy comprehensive federal benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth through continuous training.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain federal IT security protocols across classified and unclassified systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for government networks
- Develop incident response plans and lead cybersecurity breach mitigation
- Ensure compliance with NIST FISMA and federal cybersecurity frameworks
- Collaborate with federal agencies on threat intelligence sharing
- Train personnel on security best practices and policy adherence
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and active security clearance required
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years experience in IT security with federal/government systems
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent certification
- Expertise in network security tools (SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Knowledge of federal IT security policies and regulations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills under pressure