Job Description
Join the Department of Veterans Affairs as an IT Specialist (Cybersecurity) and safeguard critical systems supporting America's heroes. This full-time federal position offers unparalleled benefits, stability, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge security infrastructure in Austin's vibrant tech hub. You'll be part of a mission-driven team protecting sensitive veteran data and ensuring operational resilience against evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement enterprise-level cybersecurity frameworks and policies
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on VA networks
- Manage incident response protocols for security breaches
- Oversee identity and access management (IAM) systems
- Develop secure cloud architecture solutions
- Collaborate with IT teams on security compliance initiatives
- Lead security awareness training programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience in federal/government sector
- Active CISSP, Security+, or equivalent certification
- Expertise in NIST frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of FedRAMP and CMMC requirements
- Secret security clearance required (or ability to obtain)