Job Description
Join the elite team safeguarding America's digital infrastructure at the Department of Homeland Security in Louisville. As a pivotal IT Specialist, you'll implement cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions while supporting critical federal operations. Enjoy unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities within one of the nation's most respected agencies.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement secure network architectures for federal systems
- Manage cybersecurity incident response protocols and threat mitigation
- Oversee IT infrastructure upgrades and compliance with federal standards
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on homeland security technology initiatives
- Develop disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Provide technical guidance to non-IT stakeholders on security best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of IT infrastructure management experience
- Active Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in federal compliance frameworks (NIST, FISMA)
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Experience with incident response tools (Splunk, SIEM)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities