Job Description
Join the forefront of national security as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security. You will safeguard critical infrastructure, lead incident response operations, and develop cutting-edge security protocols to protect government systems from evolving cyber threats. This role offers unparalleled impact in serving the nation while working alongside top-tier professionals in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced cybersecurity frameworks for federal systems
- Lead incident response teams during security breaches and cyber attacks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on government networks
- Develop security policies compliant with NIST and FISMA standards
- Mentor junior cybersecurity staff and coordinate cross-agency security initiatives
- Monitor threat intelligence and provide real-time security recommendations
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on cybercrime investigations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity with 3+ years in government/public sector
- CISSP, CEH, or CISM certification required
- Expertise in threat intelligence, incident response, and risk management
- Knowledge of federal compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP)
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and security automation
- Active Secret security clearance
- Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts