Job Description
Protect Critical Infrastructure. Advance Your Career. Join the Department of Homeland Security as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist in Phoenix, AZ. Be part of a team safeguarding national security through cutting-edge defense strategies. We offer exceptional benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
This full-time federal position provides competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and paid leave. Work in a collaborative environment with dedicated professionals committed to public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Lead incident response operations for cyber threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with cross-agency security teams
- Train personnel on security best practices
- Maintain compliance with federal regulations (FISMA, NIST)
- Monitor security operations center activities
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- 5+ years cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification
- Expertise in network security and threat analysis
- Ability to obtain Secret clearance
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Bachelor's degree in IT/Security or equivalent experience