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Urgent Federal IT Security Specialist - Baltimore, MD

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Baltimore
Estimated Salary
USD 82.830 – USD 107.670
Live Update
12 Juni 2026
Deadline
12 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting critical national infrastructure. We're urgently hiring a Federal IT Security Specialist to safeguard sensitive systems in Baltimore. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, career advancement, and the opportunity to serve your country. Apply immediately - positions fill quickly!

Responsibilities

  • Implement NIST cybersecurity frameworks across federal systems
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Manage security incident response protocols
  • Develop security awareness training for federal personnel
  • Monitor network traffic for threats using SIEM tools
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA and CMMC requirements
  • Collaborate with DHS cybersecurity leadership on strategic initiatives

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance (required)
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
  • 3+ years of IT security experience in government sector
  • CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification
  • Proficiency in Splunk, CrowdStrike, or similar tools
  • Experience with Windows Server and Linux environments
  • Knowledge of FedRAMP compliance standards
  • Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance post-hire

Required Skills

Cybersecurity NIST Framework SIEM Tools Incident Response FISMA Compliance Security Clearances CISSP FedRAMP

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