Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst in New York City. Protect critical infrastructure and national security assets while working in a dynamic federal environment. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on America's cybersecurity posture.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats across federal networks using advanced SIEM tools
- Develop and implement incident response protocols for cyber attacks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security best practices
- Prepare comprehensive security reports for leadership and regulatory bodies
- Maintain compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Lead cybersecurity awareness training programs for federal employees
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles
- Certifications (CISSP, CEH, or Security+ required)
- Expertise in threat detection, incident response, and risk assessment
- Strong knowledge of federal security regulations and compliance frameworks
- Experience with security tools (Splunk, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks)
- Excellent analytical and communication skills