Developmental- Associate Cybersecurity Specialist
Job Location:
Chandler, TX - USA
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Job Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is recruiting for Associate Cybersecurity Specialists in the Developmental Track. These positions are part of the DHS Cybersecurity Service (DHS-CS) a specialized cadre of professionals deployed daily to the front lines of our nations cyber defense.
The Developmental Track is designed for professionals with approximately two years of experience ready to build on their foundational skills. This track offers structured professional development and exposure to complex real-world security challenges to help you quickly expand your capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop Expertise: Participate in a structured program to build and apply advanced technical skills.
Analyze & Resolve: Conduct routine technical analyses to help resolve real-world cybersecurity challenges.
Collaborate: Partner with senior specialists to address complex security threats.
Apply Learning: Translate continuous technical training into mission-critical operations.
Due to system configurations this vacancy is posted under the Cyber Defensive Operations Intelligence Collection and Analysis job series. However we are actively recruiting and accepting applications for all cybersecurity technical capabilities as defined under the DHS Cybersecurity Service. You can view the full list of technical capabilities and career levels on our applicant portal under Resources: USAJOBS - DHS Cybersecurity Service - Resources.
DHS-CS Talent Pool
Applying places you in the DHS-CS Talent Pool for up to one year of ongoing consideration. Your application may be shared with the following DHS Components:
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
DHS Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
U.S. Secret Service (USSS)
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
DHS Office of Strategy Policy and Plans (PLCY)
- You must be a U.S. Citizen or national.
- You must be 18 years of age.
- Must be registered for the Selective Service (if you are a male).
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Security clearance levels may vary.
- Must be able to submit to a drug test and receive a negative result.
- Must be able to comply with ethics and standards of conduct requirements including completing any applicable financial disclosure.
- Serve a 3-year probationary period.
DHS Cybersecurity Service employees start at career levels and salaries matching their experience and expertise. Associate Cybersecurity Specialist generally have:
3 years of cybersecurity work experience:
Worked in an entry-level cybersecurity role
Identified-and continuing to grow-a primary technical capability; and
An interest in continuing to deepen technical expertise
Degrees are not required for jobs in the DHS Cybersecurity Service but DHS is interested in your level of education and the topics you studied. As you submit initial application information you will be asked questions about your education.
Salary: Developmental Track salary ranges provided on the application portal reflect typical starting salaries available to employees in most of the United some geographic areas average starting salaries will be higher because of a local cybersecurity labor market supplement (e.g. metro Washington D.C. 10%). Actual salaries of individual employees may be higher or lower than the typical starting ranges noted in our resource documents.
Benefits: DHS Cybersecurity Service employees receive a range of federal employment benefits designed to support their professional and personal lives. To learn more about benefits visit our application portal.
More information about the specific benefits available to you will be provided as you progress through the application process.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for a security clearance as a condition of placement in this position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts child support and/or tax obligations as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
Pursuant to Executive Order 12564 and DHS policy DHS is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and therefore conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety- or security-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC
