Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Raleigh, NC, for an urgent opportunity to protect our nation's critical infrastructure. We're seeking a highly skilled IT Security Specialist to implement advanced cybersecurity protocols and ensure federal compliance. This is a mission-critical role with competitive benefits and rapid onboarding. If you possess expertise in federal IT security frameworks and want to make an immediate impact, apply now!
Responsibilities
- Design and implement robust cybersecurity defense systems for federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and DHS security protocols
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop and maintain security documentation and risk mitigation plans
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on intelligence-driven security operations
- Monitor and analyze security threats using advanced SIEM tools
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years experience in federal IT security compliance (NIST/FISMA)
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CEH certification required
- Expertise in network security, encryption, and access control systems
- Proven experience with incident response and threat mitigation
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Strong analytical skills with experience in security audits and risk assessments