Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Federal IT Security Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Indianapolis. Protect critical infrastructure while enjoying competitive benefits, career advancement, and the prestige of serving your nation. This full-time position offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response plans and disaster recovery procedures
- Monitor network security using advanced SIEM tools
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal security standards
- Train staff on security best practices and protocols
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience
- Security+ CE certification (or equivalent)
- Experience with federal IT security frameworks
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of Windows/Linux system administration
- Active Secret security clearance