REQ#: RQ201218Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Regular Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by providing services that help the government ensure the well being of U.S. citizens.

Job Description

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by providing services that help the government ensure the wellbeing of U.S. citizens.

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified, motivated individual to join GDIT as an Information Security Analyst Advisor. This position will be responsible for implementing and monitoring necessary security controls to receive and maintain an Authorization to Operate (ATO) along with tracking and maintaining certification information databases, websites and tools to ensure that networks, systems and devices are properly documented and managed from a security perspective. As part of our Cyber Security Team, you will be joining an Agile Team utilizing multiple Scrum Teams to support the complex systems governing and facilitating our customer business operations, making recommendations, and implementing changes to increase efficiency and support overall application objectives. You will collaborate with GDIT technical leadership, Government customers, and other key stakeholders to assess our existing and new systems infrastructure.

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

Ensure security policies and procedures are implementedIdentifying corrective actions/mitigation strategies to achieve/sustain RMF complianceReview of virus detection software to ensure complianceReview and analyze system implementation plansAdvising system owners and stakeholders on new deployments and advanced cyber security techniques

Information Security Analyst Duties and Responsibilities:

Navigate federal systems through the authorization process to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO)Work with the ISSO, Program and DOC ITD IA teams to maintain the necessary security authorizationsDevelop comprehensive System Security Plans (SSPs) documenting all implemented NIST 800-53 controlsCoordinate security assessments with third-party assessorsManage Plans of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms) for addressing identified vulnerabilitiesEnsure continuous monitoring plans meet agency requirementsPrepare authorization packages for government reviewMaintain ongoing compliance through change management processesServe as the liaison between technical teams and authorizing officials Translate security requirements into actionable tasksEnsure all documentation meets the rigorous standards required for federal information systems

Information Security Analyst Requirements and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in information systems security; master's degree or equivalent professional experience in information security is preferredComprehensive knowledge of corporate Systems/Solutions Architecture processes and trendsStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsSecret Clearance to startKnowledge of Agile software development process

Required Technical Skills:

SCAP, STIG, Patching, eMASS, and related RMF toolsCybersecurity, Systems Administration, implementation of RMF tools and processesExperience with gaining an ATO for systems and working the systems through the assessment and authorization processExperience working with IP networking, networking protocols and understanding of security related technologies including encryption, IPsec, PKI, VPNs, firewalls, proxy services, DNS, electronic email and access-listExcellent communication skillsExperience working in Agile software development teamsExperience with secure development, coding and engineering practicesExperience with Cybersecurity, Information Security, and Information Technology Security processes, protocols, and procedures.

Experience

10 years of relevant experience ​Experience with Cloud Security Experience working with leading firewall, network scanning and authentication technologiesExperience working with internet, web, application and network security techniquesExperience in Agile methodologyExperience in Jira to support development team in agile environmentExperience working in Federal or State government environmentsAbility to work independently and remotely

Certification: Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM)

Travel Required: Little to no travel anticipated (may be required upon customer request)

Location: Hybrid / On-site as required for classified work at Washington D.C. customer location

US Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required
 

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