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Cybersecurity career opportunity

Cybersecurity Defensive Operations - Technical

Posted by Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency

  • Multiple Locations
  • full-time
  • onsite
  • 06 November 2026

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Job information

Job information
Opportunity profile
EmployerCybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
LocationMultiple Locations
Cybersecurity fieldSecurity Engineering & Architecture
Job specialtyCybersecurity Defensive Operations - Technical
Employment typefull-time
Work arrangementonsite
Posted06 November 2026
Application deadline21 November 2026
CompensationUSD 106,700 – USD 214,500
Skills and qualifications
Experience levelmid
Required skillsCybersecurity Defensive Operations ICA (DHS Only), Cybersecurity Defensive Operations PEA (DHS Only)
Required certificationsCISA
Visa sponsorshipNo

Job description

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is recruiting professionals to support a range of technical roles in Cybersecurity Defensive Operations - Intelligence Collection & Analysis (ICA) as well as Planning, Execution & Analysis (PEA), including Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Cloud Subject Matter Expert (SME), NOSC Cyber SME, Cyber Forensics Malware Analysis (CFMA) SME, Senior Analytic Tradecraft Advisor, and Incident Manager. All positions are in the DHS Cybersecurity Service. DHS Cybersecurity Service (DHS-CS) uses a multi-phase assessment process to qualify applicants seeking employment through the DHS-CS. Given the ever-advancing nature of cybersecurity and the ongoing need for cybersecurity talent, DHS-CS uses "Talent Pools" to pull qualified applicants (i.e., individuals who have successfully completed the multi-phase assessment process for their capability and career track/level) for consideration for these jobs. This announcement is being used to fill the Cybersecurity Defensive Operations Talent Pool. By applying to this job announcement, you are opting to be part of the DHS-CS Talent Pool for ongoing…

Location

Multiple Locations

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  • Digital forensicsRequired · Proficient
  • Incident responseRequired · Proficient
  • Malware analysisRequired · Proficient
  • Security monitoringRequired · Proficient

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