Job Description
Join the frontline of national security as an urgent Federal Cybersecurity Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Dallas. This critical role requires immediate deployment to protect federal infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and unparalleled career advancement opportunities in federal service.
As a key member of our cybersecurity team, you'll safeguard sensitive government systems, conduct vulnerability assessments, and implement cutting-edge security protocols. Your work directly impacts national security while receiving exceptional training and professional development. This urgent opening requires immediate action – apply today to secure your future in federal service.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents affecting federal systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government networks
- Develop and implement security policies compliant with federal regulations (NIST, FISMA)
- Collaborate with federal agencies to coordinate incident response protocols
- Analyze threat intelligence to proactively prevent cyber attacks
- Lead security awareness training programs for federal personnel
- Manage security audits and compliance documentation
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 5 years cybersecurity experience with federal systems
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CEH certification
- Expert knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and threat detection
- Secret security clearance (ability to obtain Top Secret)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network architecture