Job Description
Join our critical mission to protect national security infrastructure in Baltimore! The Department of Homeland Security is urgently hiring an IT Security Specialist to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. This full-time position offers exceptional benefits, career advancement, and the opportunity to work at the forefront of federal cybersecurity initiatives.
Our Baltimore office leads national cybersecurity operations, and we need dedicated professionals to fill immediate vacancies. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, student loan assistance, and retirement plans. This is your chance to make a tangible impact while building a stable federal career.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor security systems for threats and respond to incidents
- Develop security awareness training programs for federal employees
- Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and federal security standards
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity task forces
- Document security incidents and prepare compliance reports
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance required
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of federal IT security experience
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of NIST 800-53 framework
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility for federal employment