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Information Security Specialist

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
New York, NY
Estimated Salary
USD 98.778 – USD 128.414
Live Update
13 Juni 2026
Deadline
13 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join the frontlines of national security as an Information Security Specialist with DHS in New York City. This urgent hiring opportunity requires immediate deployment to protect critical federal infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. You'll implement cutting-edge security protocols, conduct vulnerability assessments, and lead incident response operations in a high-stakes environment. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of safeguarding our nation's digital frontlines.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions for federal systems
  • Conduct continuous threat monitoring and incident response coordination
  • Perform security audits and vulnerability assessments across classified networks
  • Develop security policies compliant with NIST and FISMA standards
  • Collaborate with federal law enforcement on cyber threat investigations
  • Mentor junior security staff on best practices and emerging threats

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Security+ CE, CISSP, or CISM certification required
  • 3+ years of experience in federal IT security environments
  • Expertise in network security tools (Splunk, SIEM, firewalls)
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Knowledge of FISMA and NIST frameworks
  • Ability to obtain DHS Suitability clearance

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Threat Analysis Incident Response NIST Compliance FISMA SIEM CISSP Security+ TS/SCI Clearance

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