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Cybersecurity Analyst Principal

General Dynamics Information Technology • Herndon, VA • 1h ago

Req ID: RQ219276

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management

Skills:

NIST,Security Compliance,Security Monitoring

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

Job Description:

As a Cyber Security Analyst Principal , the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the office of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). You will play a crucial role in identifying risks to secure GDIT against cyber threats.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

Support the monitoring and reporting of security metrics for GDIT divisions and programs in compliance with NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-171 standards.

Identify security risks, perform root cause analysis and create procedures to improve security posture and quantify in terms of potential impact on business operations.

Perform cyber health assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for enhancements.

Create, track, and provide monthly status updates related to Operational Plan of Action (OPA) and Risk Register.

Prepare detailed security reports and dashboards to provide visibility into compliance

Process, analyze, make recommendations, and evaluate risk related to exception requests to GDIT security requirements.

Possess technical expertise with advanced security tools, including endpoint detection and response platforms such as CrowdStrike, vulnerability management tools like Qualys for identifying and mitigating security risks, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools.

Familiarity with vulnerability management processes to address risk-related findings

Proficiency in scripting capabilities in Python or PowerShell to automate data processing and reporting workflows.

Proven experience working with cross-functional teams, including IT, Security, Compliance, HR, and Legal.

Aid in the development and enhancement of security monitoring procedures and strategies.

Support other tasks as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cybersecurity Analyst Principal must have:

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

? Experience: 5+ years of cyber security experience

? Technical skills:

Strong understanding of key controls in Cloud, operating systems, networks, and databases

Experience with CrowdStrike, Word, Excel, Visio, and Scripting

? US Person required

? Role requirements:

Must have experience with NIST special publications (800-171 or 800-53)

Must have strong demonstrated writing skills

Ability to work independently, attend/represent manager at meetings, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Location: Must be able to go into the office in Falls Church or Herndon, VA every week.

? Preferred Skills:

Certifications such as CISSP, or CISA are a plus.

Experience with Qualys

Prior experience in supporting security compliance in large organizations.

Knowledge of Continuous Improvement and process optimization related to security policies and controls.

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 $124,093 - $163,300. 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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