Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Senior IT Security Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security in Kansas City. Enjoy unparalleled benefits including comprehensive health insurance, generous retirement plans, student loan repayment assistance, and flexible work schedules. This pivotal role safeguards critical infrastructure while offering career growth through specialized training and leadership opportunities.
Why Federal Service? Federal employees receive:
- Exceptional health/dental/vision coverage
- Generous paid leave (13 days/year + 10 federal holidays)
- Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent) with 5% agency match
- Student loan forgiveness programs
- Work-life balance initiatives
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity protocols for federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Develop compliance frameworks for NIST/FISMA standards
- Mentor junior security analysts and train personnel
- Collaborate with cross-agency cybersecurity task forces
- Manage security tool deployments (SIEM, EDR, firewalls)
- Generate executive-level security risk reports
Qualifications
- 5+ years in IT security with federal clearance (preferred)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Experience with NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Knowledge of FedRAMP and DoD RMF frameworks
- Strong scripting skills (Python, PowerShell)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field