Job Description
Join the critical mission of safeguarding national infrastructure as an IT Specialist with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Minneapolis. This urgent hiring opportunity offers a chance to protect federal systems against evolving cyber threats while advancing your career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. Enjoy competitive federal benefits and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols to protect federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical systems
- Develop incident response plans and lead cybersecurity breach remediation
- Collaborate with federal agencies to enforce cybersecurity standards
- Monitor security systems using SIEM tools and analyze threat intelligence
- Train federal staff on cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements
- Ensure adherence to FISMA, NIST, and DHS security frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles
- Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification
- Proficiency in network security tools (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike)
- Federal government IT security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and zero-trust architectures
- Knowledge of federal IT compliance regulations (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53)
- Strong analytical skills and ability to document complex technical procedures