Information Assurance/Security Specialist

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Other

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

Other

Job Family:

Cyber Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Communication, Computer Literacy, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Group Problem Solving

Certifications:

None

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

Cyber Security Analyst

Own your career as a Cyber Security Analyst at GDIT. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong lines of cyber defense using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in cyber security at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients’ missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cyber Security Analyst joining our team to

HOW A CYBER SECURITY ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Performs forensic analysis of digital information and gathers and handles evidence. Identifies network computer intrusion evidence and perpetrators.
• Knowledge of Windows Defender and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM operation and ability to detect, analyze and respond to security threats.
• Ability to rapidly assessing and prioritizing security alerts and incidents based on risk and urgency
• You play a key role in protecting your organization's valuable data
• You play a critical role in preventing cyber-attacks or the compromising of systems to protect individuals and large organizations
• Dynamic team environment with focus on leadership and mentorship

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Certifications:

Requires one or more of the following governance, risk, assurance or security certifications: CompTIA Sec+, CISSP, CRMA, CGEIT, CRISC, CISM, CISA, CBCP, GIAC or related governance certifications.

Experience:

At least one (1) years of Cyber Information Security Analysis for IT systems in a government environment and the following experience:

• Experience with SOC operation
• Experience with Windows Defender and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM and ServiceNow
• Experience with FISMA / NIST / government security requirements.
• Knowledge of NIST, OMB, and or RMF
• Interact with project technical teams and AmeriCorps System owner and other Government information security teams.
• Develop SSPs and POA&Ms
• Track identified risks and exceptions and manage to resolution via POAMs.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessment at the network, system and application level.
• Review Nessus and Qualys scans and report on vulnerabilities.
• Manage system accreditation process, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure that reviews are successful.
• Implement security controls and formulate operational risk mitigations along with assisting in security awareness programs.
• Research, evaluate and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Understand relevant Federal policies and regulations for PKI, networking, IT systems, virtualization, and cloud.
• Demonstrate initiative, judgement, responsiveness, and excellent communications skills both written and verbal.
• Conducts regular assessments of site implementation of FISMA controls to support Continuous Monitoring.
• Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously.

Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree equivalent

Security Clearance Level: Agency specific (PUBLIC TRUST)

Location: Remote, Hybrid

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

The likely salary range for this position is $91,811 - $109,250. 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:

Remote

Work Location:

USA VA Home Office (VAHOME)

Additional Work Locations:

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 50 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.

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