Senior Cyber Security Analyst at General Dynamics Information Technology

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Information Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology (IT), Security Evaluations

Certifications:

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Senior Cyber Security Analyst joining our team to support the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) activities across the GDIT enterprise.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst supporting the Office of the CISO, you will be trusted to work across the GDIT program portfolio helping to protect the GDIT brand and reputation.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Lead security assessments of various programs to evaluate and identify risks objectively and independently.
• Perform technical and non-technical reviews of potential vulnerabilities and determine if the security controls are correctly implemented and effective.
• Collaborate and communicate successfully with entities across the business to explain and promote corporate security standards.
• Prepare and present security assessment results to include collaboration with senior managers and system engineers.
• Assess and analyze threats, vulnerabilities, and risks of new business opportunities.
• Analyze technical and non-technical data to determine potential weaknesses.
• Coordinate security services with third-party vendors and contractors as needed to assist in security reviews.
• Conduct research and evaluate technical and non-technical weaknesses.
• Produce high-quality reports, presentations, findings, and recommendations for senior GDIT staff regarding the efficacy of current security plans, technical controls, and other security-related matters.
• Analyze new business opportunities from a cyber-perspective.
• Identify and track security issues providing guidance and recommendations for resolution.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field, plus eight (8) years relevant work experience OR 12 years related experience in lieu of the bachelor’s degree
• Experience working with all levels of staff, management and stakeholders
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Technical skills
  • 5 years’ experience in three of more of the following: Cloud security, network security, telecommunications protocols, Operating Systems (Linux, Windows), software development, computer forensics, network analysis, or vulnerability assessment
  • Experience with Federal and DoD cybersecurity policies and guidelines including National Institute of Technology Special Publications (NIST SP 800 series) and the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Experience in Security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) including the analysis of system weaknesses and the creation of Plan of Action and Milestones
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • US Person required

• Location: Hybrid

The following are not required, but strongly preferred:

• Strong understanding of security architecture and components such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), system hardening, anti-virus, vulnerability scanning, cloud architecture, etc.
• Security Certification such as CISSP, CISM or CASP

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

#GDITERG

The likely salary range for this position is $134,597 - $161,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

USA VA Chantilly

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.