Req ID: RQ207624
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management
Skills:
Cybersecurity Strategies,Emerging Technologies,Regulatory Policies
Experience:
15 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Full Spectrum Cyber Senior Director to provide strategic leadership, operational insight, and senior-level advisory support to advance our organization's cybersecurity posture to achieve growth at the pace of cyber. The advisor will serve as a trusted thought partner, offering guidance on cyber operations, risk management, policy, and emerging technologies across government, defense, and private sector domains. This role requires a deep understanding of the cyber threat landscape, full-spectrum operations (offensive, defensive, and information environment), and strategic-level engagement with senior leaders across government, industry, and academia. The ideal candidate brings a blend of military and industry technical expertise, strategic vision, and executive advisory experience . The Senior Advisor will leverage extensive operational, strategic, and policy expertise to guide enterprise-wide cyber resilience, threat mitigation, and strategic partnerships. This role is designed for a retired senior military leader with a distinguished record of service in cyber operations, information warfare, or related domains and a background in cybersecurity and software engineering technology as well as product development and commercial best practices.
This is a unique opportunity to bring senior-level operational and technical expertise to a dynamic organization operating at the forefront of cyber strategy and defense. As a Full Spectrum Cyber Senior Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping national security outcomes while mentoring the next generation of technical and operational leaders in cyberspace
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
Develop and refine organizational cyber strategy and technology capabilities in alignment with Intel, DoD, DHS, Law Enforcement and other federal directives.
Support and foster continued GDIT's engagement with senior government officials, industry executives, and international partners , offering informed perspectives on cyber strategy and national security.
Provide high-level analysis and strategic advice on cybersecurity, national defense, and emerging technology issues impacting U.S. and allied interests.
Advise internal teams on full-spectrum cyber operations, including policy, operational risk, resilience, and deterrence strategies.
Serve as a subject matter expert during the business development cycle, contributing to proposals and demonstrating a superior security posture to build trust with clients.
Mentor senior staff, cultivate talent, and help shape a culture of cyber excellence.
Conduct research and produce briefing materials, talking points, and white papers on cyber trends, threat actors, and defense policy and technology developments.
Offer executive-level guidance on cyber risk governance, critical infrastructure protection, and innovation in cyber defense.
Maintain awareness of legislative, regulatory, and policy changes that impact cybersecurity, defense, and technology partnerships.
Represent the organization in high-level forums, panels, and advisory boards.
Serve as a bridge between technical and technology subject matter experts and strategic decision-makers , translating complex concepts into actionable recommendations and capabilities.
Advise on investment priorities, risk management frameworks, and workforce development initiatives.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Full Spectrum Cybersecurity Sr Director must have:
? Education: Bachelor's degree required
? Experience: 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, defense operations, or national security, with significant senior leadership or advisory roles including both government and industry.
? Technical skills: Demonstrated expertise in cyber operations, information warfare, full-spectrum defense strategies and the technology capabilities that align with those.
? Security clearance level: TS/SCI with POLY to start
? Worked closely with senior executives/ both military or DoD civilian.
? Deep understanding of nuances, mission, technical solutioning, in the Full Spectrum Cyber space
? Embody a strategy mindset in establishing and fostering relationships while building credibility for our program growth(most likely based on USCYBERCOM experience)
? US citizenship required
? Role requirements:
Deep understanding of cyber threats, technologies, and adversarial tactics across government and private sectors
Strong background in executive-level advisory work , ideally supporting senior flag officers, government leaders, or corporate executives.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage credibly at the highest levels of government, industry, and academia.
Deep knowledge of U.S. defense, intelligence, and cybersecurity ecosystems , as well as international security considerations.
Proven ability to synthesize complex technical and policy issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
Proven ability to identify and communicate operational realities and constraints to technology development teams to build capabilities to match
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD office with the expectation the selected candidate will be comfortable working in office three (3) days per week
Preferred Skills:
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable initiatives
Retired officer (O-8 ) or equivalent senior flag officer rank with proven leadership in cyber, information warfare, or related domains
Recognized thought leader in the field of cyber operations and security.
Strong network across DoD, federal agencies, academia, and industry.
Commitment to advancing organizational resilience, innovation, and mission success.
Matching technology products and services to government cyber operations
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 opportunities
? Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
? Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
? Community: 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.
The likely salary range for this position is $212,500 - $287,500. 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.
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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