Job Description
Join our critical mission to protect national security at the Department of Homeland Security. We're urgently hiring a qualified IT Security Specialist to safeguard sensitive federal systems in Las Vegas. This role offers competitive federal benefits, retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities.
As a key member of our cybersecurity team, you'll implement cutting-edge security protocols and ensure compliance with federal regulations. Immediate start available for qualified candidates with active security clearances.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement network security solutions to protect federal IT infrastructure
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight) and respond to incidents
- Develop and maintain security documentation including SOPs and risk assessments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure NIST and FISMA compliance
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Provide security awareness training to federal employees
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance (mandatory)
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- Minimum 3 years experience in federal IT security roles
- Certification in CISSP, Security+, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency with Windows Server, Linux, and cloud security protocols
- Experience with zero-trust architecture implementation
- Knowledge of FedRAMP and CUI protection standards