Careers in Cybersecurity

One of our most important missions is safeguarding and securing cyberspace.  Join our committed workforce in assuring the security, resiliency and reliability of the nation's information technology and communications infrastructure.

Your expertise is needed in:

•Cyber Incident Response
•Vulnerability Detection and Assessment
•Networks and Systems Engineering
•Cyber Risk and Strategic Analysis
•Intelligence and Investigation

Featured:

National Cyber Security Division

The National Protection and Programs Directorate's National Cyber Security Division (NCSD) works collaboratively with federal, state and local governments, the private sector, academia, and international partners to secure the nation’s critical cyberspace and information technology infrastructures through employing risk management and cyber incident preparedness, prevention, and response activities.

To meet this cybersecurity mission, NCSD is looking for skilled individuals with experience in engineering, information security technology, computer science, and program and technical management.

Open Positions

•Program Analyst
GS-343-9/11/12
Closes: April 29, 2010

•IT Specialist
GS-2210-15
Closes: April 30, 2010

•IT Specialist
GS-2210-15
Closes: April 30, 2010

•IT Specialist
GS-221013/14
Closes: May 6, 2010

In addition, interested candidates with a strong background in Information Security, Computer and Systems Engineering and Computer Scientists can send their resumes to cybersecurityjobs@dhs.gov for possible appointments using the Excepted Service Authority.

All applicants must submit a resume, an occupational questionnaire, and other pertinent information (e.g., SF-50, DD-214) to be considered. Please review the announcement carefully for all requirements.