Job Description
Join the critical mission of protecting America's digital infrastructure as an IT Security Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security. This full-time federal position in Chicago offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to safeguard national security. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence.
We offer competitive salaries, generous retirement plans, flexible work arrangements, and extensive professional development opportunities. As a federal employee, you'll enjoy job security and work-life balance while making a tangible impact on national cybersecurity initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain advanced cybersecurity protocols across federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify security gaps
- Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities and respond to security incidents
- Develop and enforce security policies compliant with federal regulations (NIST, FISMA)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into system architectures
- Lead security awareness training programs for federal employees
- Manage security incidents and coordinate response efforts with law enforcement
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship (required for federal employment)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles
- Security+ certification or equivalent (CompTIA, CISSP)
- Proficiency with security tools (Splunk, SIEM, vulnerability scanners)
- Knowledge of federal security frameworks (NIST SP 800-53, FISMA)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail