Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as an IT Security Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security in San Jose. Protect critical infrastructure and systems against evolving cyber threats while working with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic federal environment. This role offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor cybersecurity protocols across federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response plans and lead security breach mitigation
- Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and federal security standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security architecture
- Manage security audits and compliance documentation
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of IT security experience with federal systems
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Federal security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure)