Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at the Department of Homeland Security and play a critical role in safeguarding America's digital infrastructure. We're urgently seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to lead proactive threat detection, incident response, and security protocol development. This high-impact position offers exceptional benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge national security initiatives. With immediate openings and a streamlined hiring process, now is the perfect time to advance your career in federal cybersecurity.
Responsibilities
- Lead real-time threat hunting and cyber incident response for critical federal systems
- Develop and implement advanced security monitoring tools and protocols
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Collaborate with federal agencies to coordinate threat intelligence sharing
- Maintain NIST and FISMA compliance frameworks for all security operations
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to department-wide security strategy
Qualifications
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with federal systems
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or GIAC certification
- Expertise in SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight) and threat detection tools
- Strong knowledge of network security, cloud architecture, and zero-trust models
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field