Job Description
Join our mission to safeguard critical national infrastructure as a Senior IT Security Specialist. Lead cybersecurity initiatives across federal systems, ensuring compliance with FISMA and NIST standards. Collaborate with cross-agency teams to develop robust security frameworks and incident response protocols. This pivotal role requires strategic vision and technical expertise to protect sensitive government data against evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement enterprise-level security architectures for federal systems
- Lead risk assessments and vulnerability management programs
- Develop incident response plans and conduct tabletop exercises
- Ensure compliance with federal security regulations (FISMA, NIST)
- Coordinate security audits and remediation efforts
- Mentor junior security professionals and conduct training sessions
- Collaborate with CISA and other federal partners on threat intelligence
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 7+ years experience in government IT security roles
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required
- Expertise in NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA compliance frameworks
- Strong knowledge of cloud security (AWS/GCP/Azure) and zero-trust architectures
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and vulnerability scanners
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
- Proven ability to manage complex security projects and teams