Job Description
Join the mission-critical team safeguarding federal infrastructure in Indianapolis. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a dedicated IT Security Specialist to protect sensitive veteran data systems. This urgent opening offers competitive federal benefits, including retirement plans and health insurance, with opportunities for rapid advancement.
As a key member of our cybersecurity division, you'll implement cutting-edge security protocols for mission-critical systems serving 500,000+ Hoosier veterans. Enjoy a collaborative environment with flexible scheduling and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal networks
- Develop and enforce zero-trust security architectures for VA data centers
- Manage incident response protocols for cybersecurity threats
- Coordinate with federal agencies (DHS, CISA) on security initiatives
- Train staff on NIST and FISMA compliance requirements
- Oversee cloud security implementations for hybrid systems
- Generate security compliance reports for OMB oversight
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in IT security with federal/government experience
- Active Security+ CE and CISSP certifications required
- Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI access
- Expertise in FedRAMP and CMMC frameworks
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and AWS/Azure security
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance within 30 days