Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Sacramento. This critical role safeguards federal systems against evolving cyber threats while supporting mission-critical infrastructure. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to protect America's digital future.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful work protecting federal systems
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive federal benefits package
- Collaborative mission-driven environment
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats using SIEM tools
- Develop and implement incident response plans for cyber incidents
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
- Prepare detailed security reports and executive briefings
- Lead security awareness training for federal personnel
- Manage security access controls and identity management systems
Qualifications
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience in federal or regulated environment
- CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- Expertise in threat detection and incident response protocols
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight)
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA compliance frameworks
- Active U.S. government security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field