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Federal IT Specialist

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Chicago
Estimated Salary
USD 81.760 – USD 106.420
New
Live Update
1 Agustus 2026
Deadline
1 Agu 2027

Job Description

Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Federal IT Specialist in Chicago. This pivotal role safeguards critical infrastructure through advanced cybersecurity solutions and system modernization. Enjoy competitive benefits, job security, and direct impact on national security initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cybersecurity incident response and mitigation for federal systems
  • Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures
  • Manage cloud migration projects using AWS/Azure
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Develop disaster recovery and continuity plans
  • Collaborate with cross-agency IT teams on security protocols
  • Provide technical guidance on FISMA and NIST compliance

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of IT security experience with federal systems
  • Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
  • Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network protocols
  • Knowledge of FedRAMP and CUI handling procedures
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Cloud Computing Network Security CISSP AWS FISMA Compliance Incident Response

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