Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting critical national infrastructure at the Department of Homeland Security in Atlanta. We seek a dedicated Federal IT Security Specialist to safeguard sensitive systems against evolving threats while ensuring compliance with federal mandates. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the pride of serving your nation.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain NIST-compliant security protocols across federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop risk mitigation strategies for critical infrastructure protection
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on security initiatives
- Maintain compliance with FISMA, CUI, and CJIS requirements
- Mentor junior security personnel on best practices
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal government experience
- CISSP, CEH, or GIAC certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and network security
- Knowledge of FedRAMP and CMMC frameworks
- Strong analytical and threat intelligence interpretation skills
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability Determination
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field