Job Description
Join the frontline of national security as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. We are urgently seeking dedicated professionals to protect critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. This high-impact role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape federal cybersecurity policy while enjoying comprehensive benefits and career advancement.
Our mission-driven environment values integrity, innovation, and public service. As a key member of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), you'll work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate across federal agencies to safeguard the nation's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead incident response operations for federal cybersecurity breaches and threats
- Develop and implement advanced intrusion detection/prevention systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments on critical government infrastructure
- Collaborate with federal partners to establish cybersecurity standards
- Mentor junior analysts and lead cross-functional security initiatives
- Prepare detailed threat intelligence reports for senior leadership
Qualifications
- Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (required)
- 5+ years experience in federal cybersecurity operations
- CISSP, CISM, or CEH certification (mandatory)
- Expertise in NIST Cybersecurity Framework implementation
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Demonstrated experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Ability to obtain DHS Suitability Clearance