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Federal IT Security Specialist

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
San Francisco
Estimated Salary
USD 83.746 – USD 108.877
Live Update
30 Juli 2026
Deadline
30 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join the critical mission to safeguard federal infrastructure as an IT Security Specialist in San Francisco. This urgent opening requires immediate deployment to protect sensitive systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, flexible work arrangements, and career advancement opportunities within one of America's most prestigious agencies.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain NIST-compliant cybersecurity frameworks across federal systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
  • Lead incident response coordination during security breaches and cyber attacks
  • Develop security policies and procedures for cloud-based federal applications
  • Collaborate with DHS leadership on threat intelligence analysis and mitigation strategies
  • Maintain compliance with FISMA, CUI, and FedRAMP requirements
  • Train federal staff on cybersecurity best practices and protocols

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance required (no exceptions)
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
  • 5+ years experience in federal IT security roles
  • Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
  • Expertise in AWS/Azure security architecture and tools
  • Knowledge of CMMC frameworks and DoD security protocols
  • Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and threat detection
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Suitability determination

Required Skills

Cybersecurity NIST Compliance Incident Response Cloud Security CISSP FISMA AWS Security Threat Intelligence Security Clearance

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