NEOGOV · 3 days ago
Cybersecurity Specialist (13631, Grade 30)
Landover, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$81K/yr - $146K/yr
4+ years expThe Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a technically proficient Cybersecurity Specialist to join their Information Technology Services Division. This role involves developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies, conducting security audits, and leading incident response activities to ensure the security of systems and networks.
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Responsibilities
Develops, maintains, and enforces cybersecurity policies, standards, and operational procedures aligned with NIST, CIS, and Commission security frameworks
Performs continuous monitoring of systems, networks, and cloud environments using SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, and log-analysis tools
Conducts internal security audits, configuration reviews, and compliance assessments across servers, endpoints, network devices, and cloud services
Leads incident response activities, including triage, containment, eradication, forensics, and post-incident reporting
Designs and implements secure network architectures, including segmentation, zero-trust principles, and least-privilege access models
Configures, manages, and optimizes enterprise firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto), including rule-base management, NAT policies, VPN configuration, SSL inspection, traffic analysis, and threat-prevention tuning
Analyzes firewall logs, correlates events with SIEM data, and identifies anomalous traffic patterns or potential intrusions
Coordinates patch management and vulnerability remediation across operating systems, applications, and network infrastructure
Evaluates third-party vendors and cloud services for security risks, contract compliance, and integration with Commission security controls
Develops and delivers security awareness training, phishing simulations, and user-focused security education
Participates in cross-departmental security initiatives, technical committees, and Commission-wide cybersecurity governance groups
Produces detailed technical documentation, incident reports, architecture diagrams, and security health dashboards
Collaborates with network, systems, and application teams to ensure security requirements are embedded into new deployments and ongoing operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems or any related field
Four (4) years of experience in applications support and development
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total eight (8) years
Depending upon the area of assignment, a valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment
Preferred
Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Azure security controls, CrowdStrike Falcon, or similar enterprise-grade security platforms
Strong understanding of firewall concepts: rule-based design, NAT, VPN/IPSec, SSL/TLS inspection, application-layer filtering, and traffic segmentation
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, EDR tools, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and log-analysis workflows
Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages for automation, log parsing, and security tooling integration
Experience developing cybersecurity policies, incident response playbooks, and technical security standards
Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows, Linux, network infrastructure, and cloud environments
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, CISM, CISA, CASP+, CCSP, GSEC, or vendor-specific firewall/cloud certifications
Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.
457 (b) Plan (Optional) [Pre-tax and Roth]
Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
Retiree Healthcare – Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service
Medical
Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) – (15%)
UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,300
Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $7,500
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birth, adoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs
Annual: 15 days per year
Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
Sick: 15 days per year
Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Plan
Legal Services Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Work-Life Program
Company
NEOGOV
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