Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Federal IT Security Specialist in Raleigh, NC. Enjoy exceptional benefits including comprehensive health insurance, generous retirement plans, paid time off, and student loan forgiveness programs. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to protect critical national infrastructure while advancing your career in a stable, mission-driven environment. Our modern facility includes on-site childcare, fitness centers, and professional development resources.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement cybersecurity protocols to protect federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security incidents and coordinate response activities
- Develop security policies and compliance frameworks
- Train federal staff on security best practices
- Manage identity and access control systems
- Collaborate with cross-agency security task forces
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security
- Security+ CISSP or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Knowledge of NIST frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure)
- Active U.S. government security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills