Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security in Memphis, TN, and become a guardian of national security. We're urgently seeking a dedicated IT Security Specialist to protect critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. This high-impact role offers competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve your country while working in a dynamic environment.
As a key member of our cybersecurity team, you'll implement cutting-edge security protocols, conduct risk assessments, and respond to incidents. We provide comprehensive training and a supportive culture where your expertise directly impacts national security.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement cybersecurity frameworks to protect federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security incidents and coordinate emergency response protocols
- Develop and maintain security documentation and compliance reports
- Collaborate with cross-agency partners on threat intelligence sharing
- Maintain compliance with NIST, FISMA, and DHS security standards
- Lead security awareness training programs for federal employees
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain federal security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in IT security or network administration
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities