REQ#: RQ214315Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Regular Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Cybersecurity Engineer at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Cybersecurity Engineer at GDIT, you will help protect critical military networks and ensure operational continuity by applying cutting-edge cyber defense tools, maintaining compliance, and guiding system owners on secure practices in support of U.S. Army Europe..

Apply DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and NATO system hardening guides to mission systems, servers, and network devicesConduct ACAS vulnerability scans and collaborate with administrators to ensure timely remediationScan, audit, and report security posture through tools such as Trellix ESS, Splunk, Forescout, FireEye, and MandiantSupport NATO security  control implementation and artifact developmentParticipate in architecture reviews, providing recommendations for secure configuration and boundary defenseReview firewall and router configurations, access control lists (ACLs), and network filtering to ensure security complianceCollaborate with Change Management and Operations to ensure secure-by-design deployments and patch schedulesDesigns, develops, and recommends integrated security system and physical control solutions that will ensure proprietary/confidential data and systems are protected.Assist Cyber Security team in established Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) process using a NATO accreditation process across the design lifecycle for classified systems obtaining and maintaining Interim Authorization to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC) and Authorization to Operate (ATO).Offers technical engineering services for the support of integrated security systems and solutions, managing information-related risks effectively.Works closely with the client during the strategic design process to translate security and business requirements into actionable technical designs.Develop comprehensive system test plans (STP) to assess the security posture of the information systems.Analyze scan results and security findings to prioritize remediation efforts and implement corrective measures.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cybersecurity Engineer must have:Education: Bachelor Degree in an area applicable to this position      Experience: 8+ years of related experienceTechnical Skills: Familiarity with DISA ACAS (Tenable.sc), STIG Viewer, SCAP tools; Hands-on experience with secure baseline development and system hardening, ESS/HBSS, Splunk, ForeScout, Firewalls; Ability to analyze IAVAs, CVEs, and vendor bulletins to assess applicability to supported systemsClearance: Active DoD TS/SCI clearance requiredCitizenship: U.S. Citizenship requiredROLE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work closely with system administrators, network engineers, and ISSM/ISSO staff; Strong understanding of boundary defense and enclave-level cybersecurity principles; Familiarity with multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Palo Alto, Microsoft, etc.); Knowledge of patch management tools and endpoint protection strategies; Experience and knowledge of standards such as NIST 800-53 and ISO 20027CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess DOD 8140 compliant certification (e.g. Security+ CE, CySA+ CE, Certified Network Defender (EC-Council CND), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (ISC2 SSCP); Preferred: CASP (SecurityX), CISSP, or equivalentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience supporting DoD or Army RMF accreditation efforts, knowledge of NATO Communication Information System (CIS) security policies; Experience as an ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, or Security Controls Assessor; Experience with SIEM tools, HBSS, or firewall policy auditing; to draft technical documentation for cyber compliance
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunitiesSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goalsRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time offCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.