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Federal IT Security Specialist - Immediate Hire

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Charlotte
Estimated Salary
USD 75.000 – USD 95.000
Live Update
9 Juli 2026
Deadline
9 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join our elite federal team protecting critical infrastructure! The U.S. Department of Homeland Security seeks an immediate-hire IT Security Specialist to safeguard national assets from cyber threats. Enjoy competitive benefits, telework flexibility, and direct impact on national security. This Charlotte-based role offers hybrid work arrangements with immediate start dates.

Why Join Us?

  • Comprehensive federal benefits package
  • Telework options (3 days remote/week)
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Professional development funding

Responsibilities

  • Implement NIST cybersecurity frameworks across federal systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Manage incident response protocols for security breaches
  • Develop security awareness training for federal personnel
  • Coordinate with CISA on threat intelligence sharing
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA and FedRAMP requirements
  • Maintain security documentation and audit trails

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance (required)
  • Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years in cybersecurity or federal IT roles
  • CISSP, Security+, or CompTIA Security+ certification
  • Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
  • Familiarity with Windows Server and Active Directory
  • Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance post-hire

Required Skills

Cybersecurity NIST Compliance Incident Response SIEM FISMA Secret Clearance CISSP Security+ FedRAMP

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