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Federal IT Security Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
Sacramento
Estimated Salary
USD 85.000 – USD 110.000
New
Live Update
6 Oktober 2026
Deadline
6 Okt 2027

Job Description

Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting federal infrastructure in Sacramento. We're seeking a dedicated IT Security Specialist to safeguard critical systems and ensure compliance with federal regulations. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the pride of serving your nation. Immediate openings available!

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols across federal networks
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Monitor security systems for threats and respond to incidents
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal IT standards
  • Develop security awareness training programs for federal employees
  • Collaborate with cross-agency security teams
  • Document security procedures and maintain audit trails

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • 5+ years experience in federal IT security roles
  • Active CISSP, Security+, or CompTIA Security+ certification
  • Expertise in Windows/Linux system hardening
  • Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP compliance requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance

Required Skills

Cybersecurity CISSP FISMA NIST SIEM FedRAMP Penetration Testing Security+ Vulnerability Assessment

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