GA DOR - Cybersecurity Specialist 3
GA DOR - Cybersecurity Specialist 3
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Job Description
Cybersecurity Specialist 3 Hybrid (Atlanta GA)
Location: Atlanta GA 30345
Type: Contract Full-Time
Duration: October 20 2025 June 30 2026
Interview: Web Cam or In Person
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (local Metro Atlanta candidates only; onsite as directed)
Eligibility: US Citizen or GC-Permanent Resident compliant with GA tax and legal requirements (tax clearance background check fingerprinting)
Job Overview
Seeking an advanced Cybersecurity Specialist 3 to lead security architecture threat response vulnerability management and proactive defense across Georgia DOR enterprise systems. The role requires hands-on mastery of SIEM EDR and IDS platforms supporting incident response tool optimization and alignment with organizational security posture.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead proactive threat hunting-identify analyze and mitigate sophisticated threats undetected by automated systems
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Investigate triage document and respond to complex security incidents for root cause analysis
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Conduct in-depth vulnerability assessments asset discovery analysis and report findings
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Design implement and optimize security architectures using advanced tools and frameworks
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Integrate threat intelligence feeds into platforms (e.g. MISP) to enhance detection capabilities
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Optimize and recommend SIEM EDR IDS tools ensuring alignment with best practices and agency needs
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Monitor networks for unauthorized activities; respond and coordinate incident handling
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Serve as lead for security projects mentoring team members and driving technology strategy
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Participate in on-call rotation or after-hours incident response as needed
Required Qualifications
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Bachelors in Computer Science Information Technology Information Security or relevant equivalent
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4 years of technology leadership emphasizing information security and data governance
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4 years hands-on experience with SIEM EDR IDS (design optimization administration)
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Demonstrated success in complex incident response vulnerability management and threat intelligence integration
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Strong communication analytical and documentation skills
Employment Type
Full-time
