Job Description
Join the critical mission of safeguarding national security as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security in New York City. This urgent hiring opportunity offers competitive federal benefits, career advancement, and the chance to protect critical infrastructure. We're seeking passionate professionals to lead defensive operations against evolving cyber threats in one of America's most vital hubs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Lead incident response to cyber threats and coordinate with law enforcement
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop security training programs for federal personnel
- Monitor network traffic using SIEM tools and threat intelligence platforms
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity initiatives
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal/government experience preferred
- Active Security Clearance (or ability to obtain Top Secret)
- Expertise in threat detection, incident response, and risk assessment
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Strong analytical and communication skills