Job Description
Join the mission-critical team at U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Minneapolis! We're urgently seeking a dedicated IT Specialist to safeguard our nation's digital infrastructure. This federal role offers unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve at the forefront of cybersecurity. Work in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts national security initiatives. Apply now and become part of the federal workforce that protects America.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure federal IT systems and networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for critical infrastructure
- Develop cybersecurity protocols compliant with federal NIST standards
- Manage incident response protocols for security breaches
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on national security projects
- Provide technical guidance to non-technical stakeholders
- Maintain documentation for system configurations and security policies
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal IT systems administration
- Proficiency in CISCO networking and AWS cloud platforms
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications preferred
- Knowledge of FISMA and FedRAMP compliance frameworks
- Ability to obtain DHS suitability clearance