Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and protect critical infrastructure from evolving threats. This urgent opening offers a unique opportunity to serve your country while advancing your career in one of America's most vital agencies.
We're seeking a dedicated professional to safeguard national security interests in the Pacific Northwest region. Enjoy comprehensive federal benefits, competitive pay, and the chance to work alongside industry experts. Immediate start date available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor advanced intrusion detection/prevention systems across federal networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified systems
- Develop incident response protocols for cybersecurity breaches
- Collaborate with federal partners on threat intelligence analysis
- Maintain compliance with NIST and FISMA security frameworks
- Lead security awareness training for federal personnel
- Manage security incident response 24/7 on rotation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in federal/government environment
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and network security protocols
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and zero-trust architecture
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal IT security policies and procedures