Job Description
Join NASA's cutting-edge cybersecurity team at Moffett Federal Airfield in San Jose! We're seeking a dedicated IT Security Specialist to protect our mission-critical systems and data infrastructure. This full-time federal position offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work at the forefront of space exploration technology.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain advanced cybersecurity protocols across NASA networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Monitor security alerts and respond to incidents in real-time
- Develop security awareness training programs for federal employees
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and other federal regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into IT projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in federal IT security roles
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CompTIA Security+ certification
- Expert knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, IBM QRadar)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills