Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security as a critical IT Security Specialist protecting national infrastructure. This full-time federal role offers exceptional benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work at the forefront of cybersecurity defense. Seattle's vibrant tech community and federal campus provide an ideal environment for professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity frameworks across federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security incidents using SIEM tools and respond to threats
- Develop security policies and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security architecture
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity or IT security roles
- CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Experience with NIST frameworks and federal security protocols
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Active federal security clearance (or ability to obtain)