Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in Austin, Texas, as an IT Specialist (Cybersecurity) and help protect our nation's critical infrastructure. This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and monitoring advanced security solutions to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal regulations while driving innovation in cybersecurity operations. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement robust cybersecurity frameworks for federal systems
- Monitor network traffic for anomalies and respond to security incidents
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop security policies and procedures aligned with NIST standards
- Lead incident response teams during cyber emergencies
- Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams on secure system architecture
- Stay current with emerging threats and mitigation techniques
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience in federal/government sector
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications required
- Expertise in network security tools (e.g., Splunk, Palo Alto)
- Knowledge of FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and FedRAMP standards
- Experience with cloud security platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Active Secret security clearance