Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Houston! We're seeking a dedicated IT Security Specialist to protect critical federal infrastructure while enjoying competitive benefits, flexible schedules, and unparalleled professional growth. This full-time position offers the stability of federal employment with opportunities for advancement across multiple agencies.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plans
- Student loan repayment assistance (up to $10,000)
- Professional development stipends
- Work-life balance initiatives
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain federal cybersecurity protocols across agency networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems
- Develop incident response plans and lead breach mitigation efforts
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Train personnel on security best practices
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity task forces
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years experience in federal IT security
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with Windows/Linux system hardening