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