Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's Kansas City office as a critical cybersecurity defender. Protect sensitive federal data systems while advancing your career in a mission-driven environment. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for professional development.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard SSA's IT infrastructure against cyber threats
- Implement security protocols for cloud and hybrid systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Manage incident response protocols for security breaches
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity initiatives
- Maintain compliance with federal security standards (FISMA, NIST)
- Train staff on security best practices
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- GS-12/13 experience in federal IT systems
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Knowledge of zero-trust architecture principles
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance