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Senior Cyber Security Analyst - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Falls Church
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ188424

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Information Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology (IT), Security Evaluations
Certifications:
None
Experience:
8 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Senior Cyber Security Analyst joining our team to support the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) activities across the GDIT enterprise.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst supporting the Office of the CISO, you will be trusted to work across the GDIT program portfolio helping to protect the GDIT brand and reputation.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT :

  • Lead security assessments of various programs to evaluate and identify risks objectively and independently.
  • Perform technical and non-technical reviews of potential vulnerabilities and determine if the security controls are correctly implemented and effective.
  • Collaborate and communicate successfully with entities across the business to explain and promote corporate security standards.
  • Prepare and present security assessment results to include collaboration with senior managers and system engineers.
  • Assess and analyze threats, vulnerabilities, and risks of new business opportunities.
  • Analyze technical and non-technical data to determine potential weaknesses.
  • Coordinate security services with third-party vendors and contractors as needed to assist in security reviews.
  • Conduct research and evaluate technical and non-technical weaknesses.
  • Produce high-quality reports, presentations, findings, and recommendations for senior GDIT staff regarding the efficacy of current security plans, technical controls, and other security-related matters.
  • Analyze new business opportunities from a cyber-perspective.
  • Identify and track security issues providing guidance and recommendations for resolution.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field, plus eight (8) years relevant work experience OR 12 years related experience in lieu of the bachelor's degree
  • Experience working with all levels of staff, management and stakeholders
  • Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Technical skills
    • 5 years' experience in three of more of the following: Cloud security, network security, telecommunications protocols, Operating Systems (Linux, Windows), software development, computer forensics, network analysis, or vulnerability assessment
    • Experience with Federal and DoD cybersecurity policies and guidelines including National Institute of Technology Special Publications (NIST SP 800 series) and the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
    • Experience in Security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) including the analysis of system weaknesses and the creation of Plan of Action and Milestones
    • Experience using Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
    • US Person required
  • Location: Hybrid

The following are not required, but strongly preferred:
  • Strong understanding of security architecture and components such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), system hardening, anti-virus, vulnerability scanning, cloud architecture, etc.
  • Security Certification such as CISSP, CISM or CASP

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

#GDITERG

#GDITpriority

The likely salary range for this position is $139,984 - $161,000. 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:
Hybrid

Work Location:
USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:
USA VA Chantilly

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 30 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.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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Falls Church, VA

General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Who We Are Looking For 

General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

Should I Apply?

At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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