Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in San Francisco. As an IT Security Specialist, you'll protect critical federal infrastructure against evolving threats while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain network security protocols across federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security incidents using SIEM tools and respond to threats
- Develop and execute security awareness training programs
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal cybersecurity standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in federal IT security roles
- CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Proficiency with security tools (Splunk, Qualys, Tenable)
- Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Active federal security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and encryption technologies