Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Charlotte, NC. We're seeking a dedicated Federal IT Security Specialist to protect critical infrastructure and national security interests. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain federal cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Manage security incident response protocols
- Oversee access control systems and identity management
- Develop security awareness training programs
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations (CUI, HIPAA)
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years cybersecurity experience in government sector
- Active Security+ CE certification
- Familiarity with FedRAMP and CMMC requirements
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Secret security clearance (ability to obtain Top Secret)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills