IT Specialist (Cyber Policy and Planning)

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Washington, District of Columbia$102k – $133kPosted Today

Role Overview

Department of Homeland Security is hiring a IT Specialist (Cyber Policy and Planning). This is a full-time role in Washington, District of Columbia. Part of Department of Homeland Security's Risk hiring, posted today. The posted range is $102k to $133k; applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

This role offers $102k-$133k. The median for Risk roles is $99k-$130k (based on 500 listings). Near median.

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Job description

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans (PLCY), Cyber, Infrastructure, Risk & Resilience (CIRR). The primary purpose of this position is to support the development of cross-Departmental strategy, policy, and plans, in coordination with appropriate DHS stakeholders, in the DHS cyber mission space. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the IT Specialist (Cyber Policy and Planning) position at Department of Homeland Security?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Department of Homeland Security. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the IT Specialist (Cyber Policy and Planning) position at Department of Homeland Security located?

This position is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Department of Homeland Security has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

How much does the IT Specialist (Cyber Policy and Planning) role at Department of Homeland Security pay?

Department of Homeland Security has posted a compensation range of $102k to $133k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the IT Specialist (Cyber Policy and Planning) role at Department of Homeland Security posted?

This role was posted on July 22, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.