Job Description
Join the Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal IT Security Specialist in Las Vegas. Protect critical infrastructure while serving America's heroes in this prestigious full-time federal position with comprehensive benefits and retirement plans. This role offers career growth opportunities within one of the largest federal agencies.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard classified and unclassified IT systems using NIST frameworks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Implement security controls for cloud and hybrid environments
- Manage incident response protocols and cyber threat mitigation
- Develop security policies and compliance documentation
- Coordinate with federal law enforcement agencies on security matters
- Mentor junior security professionals
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of IT security experience with federal systems
- Active Security+ CE and CISSP certifications required
- Experience with FedRAMP and NIST 800-53 standards
- Secret security clearance (must obtain if not current)
- Proficiency in SIEM tools and vulnerability scanning software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities