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Federal IT Security Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
Houston
Estimated Salary
USD 75.000 – USD 97.500
Live Update
10 Juni 2026
Deadline
10 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join the Department of Homeland Security's cybersecurity team in Houston and protect critical federal infrastructure. This pivotal role safeguards national security systems against evolving cyber threats while offering unparalleled career growth and federal benefits. You'll collaborate with elite professionals in a mission-driven environment where your technical expertise directly impacts national resilience.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain federal cybersecurity protocols across classified and unclassified systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal networks
  • Develop incident response plans for cyberattacks and data breaches
  • Manage security information and event management (SIEM) systems
  • Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and DHS security standards
  • Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • 3+ years experience in federal IT security compliance
  • Active CISSP or Security+ certification
  • Experience with federal cloud security frameworks (FedRAMP)
  • Secret security clearance (must obtain within 90 days)
  • Proficiency in Windows/Linux system hardening

Required Skills

Cybersecurity NIST Compliance FISMA CISSP Security+ FedRAMP SIEM Penetration Testing Federal IT

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