Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security in Houston and build a stable, impactful career protecting America's digital infrastructure. This permanent federal position offers unmatched job security, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. As a key member of our cybersecurity team, you'll safeguard critical systems while enjoying competitive pay, flexible schedules, and retirement benefits.
Why Federal Employment?
- Permanent career stability with government-backed job security
- Comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision and retirement plans
- Generous paid time off and federal holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance with telework options
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols for federal IT systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM tools and respond to incidents
- Develop disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT modernization projects
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices and protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in IT security or system administration
- Security+ or CISSP certification required (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Knowledge of federal IT security frameworks (FISMA, NIST)
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship required