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IT Specialist (Cybersecurity)

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Kansas City
Estimated Salary
USD 98.000 – USD 150.000
New
Live Update
8 Juli 2026
Deadline
8 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join our elite federal cybersecurity team in Kansas City and safeguard critical national infrastructure with exceptional benefits unmatched in the private sector. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement plans with agency matching, flexible work schedules, and up to 26 days of paid leave annually. As an IT Specialist, you'll work on cutting-edge security initiatives while receiving continuous professional development through paid training programs and certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and monitor advanced security protocols for federal systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
  • Lead incident response teams during security breaches and cyberattacks
  • Develop security awareness training programs for federal personnel
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and DHS cybersecurity standards
  • Collaborate with cross-agency task forces on national security initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in IT security with federal clearance (Secret/Top Secret)
  • CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification required
  • Expertise in network security tools (Splunk, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike)
  • Experience with cloud security frameworks (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Suitability Determination

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Network Security Incident Response FISMA Compliance NIST Framework CISSP Splunk Federal Clearances

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