Job Description
Immediate opening for a Federal IT Security Specialist in San Jose, CA! Join our mission-critical team protecting national infrastructure. This urgent role requires immediate clearance processing and offers exceptional benefits including federal retirement plans and comprehensive health coverage. Work with cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies while supporting vital national security operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise network security architecture and vulnerability assessments
- Implement NIST/CIS compliance frameworks across federal systems
- Manage incident response protocols for classified data environments
- Coordinate with DHS and partner agencies on threat intelligence integration
- Develop secure cloud migration strategies for hybrid infrastructure
- Conduct periodic security audits and risk mitigation planning
- Mentor junior staff on federal security protocols and best practices
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years experience in federal IT security compliance (FISMA, FedRAMP)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required
- Advanced expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and zero-trust architecture
- Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight) and IDS/IPS systems
- Strong knowledge of federal procurement processes and vendor management