Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Defense's cybersecurity team in Wichita, KS, and protect critical national infrastructure. We're seeking a dedicated IT Specialist to implement advanced security protocols and ensure mission systems remain resilient against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the pride of serving your country.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Monitor network security using SIEM tools
- Incident response coordination during security breaches
- Implement zero-trust architecture frameworks
- Train staff on cybersecurity best practices
- Manage compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- 3+ years of federal IT security experience
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Active DoD Secret security clearance
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)