Job Description
Immediate Opening: Protect National Infrastructure in Cleveland!
Join the Department of Homeland Security's elite cybersecurity team in Cleveland, Ohio. We're urgently seeking a dedicated IT Security Specialist to safeguard critical federal systems against evolving threats. This high-impact role offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve at the forefront of national security.
Why Apply Today?
• Competitive federal salary with GS-12 scale
• Comprehensive health/dental/vision benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Flexible work arrangements available
• Direct path to leadership positions
Responsibilities
- Monitor and protect federal networks from cyber threats using advanced SIEM tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop and implement incident response protocols for security breaches
- Collaborate with federal agencies on security compliance initiatives
- Train personnel on cybersecurity best practices and protocols
- Manage security access controls and encryption systems
- Generate comprehensive security incident reports for leadership
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DHS security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in network security or IT infrastructure
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Familiarity with NIST security frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills