Job Description
Join the cybersecurity frontline protecting America's critical infrastructure. The Department of Homeland Security seeks a dedicated IT Security Specialist to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. This mission-critical role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge security technologies while serving national security interests.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced intrusion detection/prevention systems across federal networks
- Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop and execute incident response protocols for security breaches
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence analysis
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and other federal security standards
- Train federal employees on cybersecurity best practices
- Manage security information and event management (SIEM) platforms
Qualifications
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years experience in enterprise security operations
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expert knowledge of Windows/Linux system hardening
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Strong understanding of zero-trust architectures
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability clearance