Job Description
Join the forefront of national security by protecting critical government infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. The Federal Cybersecurity Agency seeks a dedicated Senior Specialist to lead defensive initiatives, develop security protocols, and ensure compliance with federal regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that safeguard national interests while collaborating with top-tier professionals in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity frameworks for federal systems
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop risk mitigation strategies aligned with NIST standards
- Mentor junior security analysts and cross-functional teams
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, HIPAA, and CMMC requirements
- Present security briefings to senior government officials
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in government or regulated industry cybersecurity
- CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expertise in threat intelligence, SIEM tools, and zero-trust architecture
- Active government security clearance (Top Secret/SCI)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) frameworks
- Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity regulations