Job Description
Join the critical mission to protect national security as an IT Security Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Baltimore. This urgent hiring initiative seeks dedicated professionals to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and the opportunity to serve your country in a dynamic environment. Immediate start dates available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain federal IT security protocols including NIST 800-53 standards
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Manage incident response procedures for cybersecurity breaches
- Develop security awareness training programs for federal personnel
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on threat intelligence sharing
- Ensure compliance with FISMA and CMMC requirements
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years experience in federal IT security roles
- Certification in CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and network security
- Experience with zero-trust architecture implementation
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance upon hire