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Cybersecurity career opportunity

Information Technology Specialist (Security)

Posted by Department of State Headquarters

  • Washington, District of Columbia
  • full-time
  • onsite
  • 10 September 2026

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Job information

Job information
Opportunity profile
EmployerDepartment of State Headquarters
LocationWashington, District of Columbia
Cybersecurity fieldSecurity Engineering & Architecture
Job specialtyInformation Technology Specialist (Security)
Employment typefull-time
Work arrangementonsite
Posted10 September 2026
Application deadline21 September 2026
CompensationUSD 121,785 – USD 158,322
Skills and qualifications
Experience levelmid
Required skillsInformation Technology Management
Visa sponsorshipNo

Job description

This serves as public notice for the use of OPM's Direct Hire Authority. Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This position is located in the Bureau of Diplomatic Technology, Office of Cyber Security Testing, Monitoring & Response (DT/CTMR) & monitors & conducts incident response for the Agency's classified/unclassified IT systems Utilizes cyber defense tools to continuously monitor and analyze enterprise systems to detect malicious activity. Analyzes malicious activity to determine weaknesses, exploitation, and effects on systems and information. Documents and escalate incidents that can potentially cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment. Adheres to incident response processes and recommends process and or policy improvements. Provides cybersecurity recommendations to Senior Leadership and advise on deficiencies and corrective actions. Produces contextual reports for senior leaders on network exploitation against agency-specific systems. Applicants must meet all the…

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

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  • Incident responseRequired · Proficient
  • Security testing and validationRequired · Proficient

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