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Federal IT Security Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
Houston
Estimated Salary
USD 78.950 – USD 102.740
Live Update
13 Juli 2026
Deadline
13 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team protecting critical infrastructure in America's fourth-largest city. This federal role offers unparalleled mission impact, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities within a secure government environment. You'll safeguard sensitive systems while collaborating with top-tier professionals in a dynamic, mission-driven setting.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain network security protocols across federal systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Manage incident response procedures for security breaches
  • Develop security policies compliant with NIST and FISMA standards
  • Coordinate with federal agencies on cybersecurity initiatives
  • Train staff on security best practices and protocols
  • Monitor security logs and analyze threat intelligence

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Secret security clearance (ability to obtain Top Secret)
  • Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity or related field
  • 3+ years of network security experience
  • CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification
  • Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP compliance frameworks
  • Strong written/verbal communication skills

Required Skills

Cybersecurity NIST Compliance Incident Response Network Security FISMA CISSP SIEM FedRAMP

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