Job Description
Join the critical mission of safeguarding national infrastructure as a Federal IT Security Specialist in Minneapolis. This full-time position offers unparalleled opportunities to advance your career while protecting vital systems. You'll work in a collaborative environment with cutting-edge technology and comprehensive federal benefits. The ideal candidate thrives in high-stakes cybersecurity environments and possesses deep technical expertise. This role is essential for maintaining the security integrity of federal networks and ensuring compliance with stringent federal regulations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity protocols to protect federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on agency networks
- Monitor security alerts and respond to cyber incidents with urgency
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security frameworks
- Lead security awareness training programs for federal staff
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security architecture improvements
- Document security procedures and maintain compliance documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of professional IT security experience
- Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification
- Expert knowledge of federal security standards (NIST, FISMA, CUI)
- Proficiency in security tools (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, firewalls)
- Experience with incident response and threat mitigation
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities