Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Fort Worth as a Federal IT Security Specialist. This critical role protects national infrastructure through advanced threat detection and system hardening. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of safeguarding America's digital frontiers.
Responsibilities
- Lead vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Implement NIST 800-53 security controls across classified networks
- Manage incident response protocols for cyber threats
- Develop security awareness training for federal employees
- Collaborate with CISA on threat intelligence sharing
- Ensure compliance with FISMA and FedRAMP requirements
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance required
- 5+ years in IT security with federal experience
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks
- Strong incident response coordination skills
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field