Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as an IT Security Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Seattle. Enjoy unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and a stable career path with opportunities for advancement. Our team protects critical infrastructure while maintaining work-life balance in one of America's most vibrant tech hubs.
Why Federal Employment?
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Generous retirement plans (TSP)
- Student loan repayment assistance
- 10 paid federal holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security incidents using SIEM platforms
- Develop incident response and disaster recovery plans
- Ensure compliance with FISMA and NIST standards
- Train staff on security best practices
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of IT security experience
- Security+ CE certification required
- Experience with Windows/Linux environments
- Familiarity with CIS Controls framework
- Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- U.S. citizenship required