Job Description
Join our mission-critical team immediately! The Department of Homeland Security is urgently seeking a Federal Compliance Specialist to support critical operations in Houston, TX. This is a rare opportunity to contribute directly to national security initiatives with competitive benefits and rapid onboarding.
We offer comprehensive federal benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Houston-based candidates with federal clearance will receive priority consideration for this urgent opening.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations including DHS directives and homeland security protocols
- Conduct risk assessments and audit investigations for critical infrastructure projects
- Coordinate with state/local agencies on emergency preparedness initiatives
- Prepare detailed compliance reports for congressional oversight committees
- Develop training materials for federal contractors and partner agencies
- Manage confidential security clearance documentation and personnel vetting processes
- Respond to urgent compliance escalations within 24-hour SLAs
Qualifications
- US citizenship and active security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years federal compliance or regulatory experience
- Proficiency in federal reporting systems (e.g., DOD, DHS databases)
- Strong analytical skills with experience in risk mitigation frameworks
- Ability to obtain Secret clearance within 30 days (if not currently held)
- Experience with NIST or FISMA compliance standards
- Valid Texas driver's license (for field site visits)