Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at the Department of Homeland Security in Washington DC. This urgent hiring opportunity requires immediate deployment to protect critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. As a pivotal member of our elite cybersecurity team, you'll shape policies, lead incident responses, and safeguard sensitive government systems. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Lead incident response operations for cyber threats targeting federal systems
- Develop and implement robust security protocols for classified networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical infrastructure
- Collaborate with federal agencies to coordinate cybersecurity initiatives
- Prepare detailed threat intelligence reports for senior leadership
- Mentor junior analysts and oversee security monitoring operations
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA security frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in federal cybersecurity roles
- Active CISSP or CEH certification with current clearance
- Expertise in network security tools (Splunk, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike)
- Proven experience with incident response (NIST SP 800-61)
- Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance within 30 days
- Exceptional analytical and communication skills