Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Denver as a Federal IT Security Specialist. This critical role protects national infrastructure while supporting cutting-edge cybersecurity initiatives. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement pathways, and the opportunity to serve your country in a dynamic urban environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain NIST cybersecurity frameworks across federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Develop incident response protocols for cyber threats
- Collaborate with federal agencies on security compliance initiatives
- Manage identity access controls and encryption protocols
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices
- Monitor security metrics and generate compliance reports
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of federal IT security experience
- Certification in CISSP, Security+, or equivalent
- Proficiency in FISMA and FedRAMP compliance standards
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of CMMC and NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities