Job Description
Join the critical mission of safeguarding national security as a Federal IT Security Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Indianapolis. This full-time position offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to protect sensitive government systems against evolving cyber threats. Work at the forefront of federal cybersecurity initiatives while enjoying competitive compensation and exceptional work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain robust cybersecurity protocols for federal IT infrastructure
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop incident response plans and lead security breach mitigation efforts
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security standards
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on national security initiatives
- Maintain detailed security documentation and audit reports
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices and protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security compliance
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Expert knowledge of NIST RMF and FISMA frameworks
- Experience with SIEM tools and threat detection platforms
- Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills