Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in San Francisco. This pivotal role safeguards critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats while offering unparalleled career growth and federal benefits. Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts national resilience and public safety.
Responsibilities
- Lead threat detection, analysis, and incident response for federal systems
- Develop and implement advanced security protocols for cloud and hybrid environments
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on cybersecurity initiatives and threat intelligence sharing
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of critical infrastructure
- Prepare comprehensive security reports and brief senior leadership on emerging threats
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to security policy development
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- CISSP, CEH, or GIAC certification required
- Expertise in NIST frameworks, CIS Controls, and FISMA compliance
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight) and cloud security (AWS/Azure)
- Active U.S. government security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field