Job Description
Join the critical mission of safeguarding national infrastructure as an immediate hire Federal IT Security Specialist in Colorado Springs. This high-impact role offers unparalleled career growth while directly supporting our nation's defense systems. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible scheduling, and the prestige of serving your country.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain DoD cybersecurity protocols across classified networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on military systems
- Develop incident response plans for cyber threats and data breaches
- Manage security information and event management (SIEM) tools
- Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and RMF frameworks
- Coordinate with federal agencies on threat intelligence sharing
- Train personnel on security best practices and protocol adherence
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security roles
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications required
- Proficiency in Palo Alto Networks and Cisco security solutions
- Experience with DoD DIACAP/RMF certification processes
- Strong analytical skills for threat mitigation and risk assessment