Job Description
Join the critical mission of protecting national infrastructure as an IT Security Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security in Omaha. This urgent opening requires immediate deployment to safeguard federal systems against evolving cyber threats. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive salary, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on national security.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain federal cybersecurity protocols across classified and unclassified systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government networks
- Coordinate incident response for security breaches and cyberattacks
- Develop and maintain security documentation including risk assessments and compliance reports
- Train federal personnel on cybersecurity best practices and threat awareness
- Collaborate with federal law enforcement agencies on security investigations
- Ensure compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal IT security roles
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required
- Expertise in network security, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Familiarity with FedRAMP and DoD security frameworks
- Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance