Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Federal IT Security Specialist in Boston. This critical role protects sensitive government infrastructure from evolving cyber threats while offering unparalleled career growth and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to serve your country in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols across federal IT systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor network security systems and respond to incidents
- Develop risk mitigation strategies for classified data
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams
- Ensure compliance with FISMA and NIST standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in IT security roles
- Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Experience with federal security frameworks (FISMA, NIST)
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Active government security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills