Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Seattle! We're seeking an IT Specialist to immediately support federal infrastructure protection. This urgent opening offers direct impact on national security with competitive benefits and career advancement.
Work in a dynamic downtown Seattle office with flexible scheduling and cutting-edge resources. As a federal employee, you'll enjoy unparalleled job stability, comprehensive health coverage, and retirement benefits. Immediate start date available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Manage and secure federal IT systems in compliance with FISMA and NIST standards
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement cybersecurity protocols
- Provide Tier-3 technical support for mission-critical applications
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on incident response
- Develop disaster recovery plans and conduct regular drills
- Maintain documentation for system configurations and security policies
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain immediately)
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal IT infrastructure management
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification
- Proficiency in Windows Server and AWS/Azure environments
- Demonstrated experience with SIEM tools like Splunk
- Ability to pass federal background investigation