Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as an IT Specialist (Cybersecurity) in Raleigh, NC. Protect critical VA systems while serving our nation's heroes. This role offers competitive benefits, federal retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard VA networks against cyber threats using advanced security tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response protocols and security policies
- Implement zero-trust architecture and encryption solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security compliance
- Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification
- Knowledge of NIST frameworks and FedRAMP requirements
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Federal background investigation eligibility
- U.S. citizenship required