Information Security Analyst, Senior Advisor

Req ID: RQ186685

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Information Security

Skills:

Computer Security,Information Assurance,Information Systems,Security Policies,System Security

Certifications:

CASPCE – CompTIA – CompTIA, CISM: Certified Information Security Manager – ISACE, CISSP – ISC2

Experience:

5 years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT has an exciting opportunity to contribute our nation’s security by protecting us from some of the most dangerous global threats. The Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s (DTRA) Operational Information Management System (OIMS) is the hub of integrating information on DTRA’s global operations and tracking DTRA’s activities in support of the Department of Defense’s mission to deter, prevent and prevail against weapons of mass destruction threats. GDIT is seeking motivated and qualified individuals to support the operational functions of OIMS, as well as individuals to maintain, develop and modernize OIMS’ IT infrastructure. As a Information Security Analyst , you will play a leading role in securing the web-based applications that support DTRA OIMS.

Primary Responsibilities:

Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction. Monitor, evaluate, and maintain systems and procedures to safeguard internal information systems, network, databases, and Web-based security

Conducting security assessments; ensuring protection of the integrity availability, authenticity, non-repudiation and confidentiality of data through monitoring and mitigation tasks; and ensuring compliance with DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA).

Develops Authority to Operate (ATO) packages and Information Assurance compliance

Monitors and analyzes Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to identify security issues for remediation

Recognizes potential, successful, and unsuccessful intrusion attempts and compromises thorough reviews and analyses of relevant event detail and summary information

Evaluates firewall change requests and assesses organizational risk

Communicates alerts to agencies regarding intrusions and compromises to their network infrastructure, applications, and operating systems

Assists with implementation of countermeasures or mitigating controls

Conducts regular audits to ensure that systems are being operated securely, and information systems security policies and procedures are being implemented as defined in security plans

Develops, tests, and operates firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise antivirus systems and software deployment tools

Safeguards the network against unauthorized infiltration, modification, destruction, or disclosure

Researches, evaluates, tests, and implements new security software or devices

Conducts investigations of information systems security violations and incidents, reporting as necessary to management

Implements, enforces, communicates, and develops security policies or plans for data, software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and information systems security education/awareness programs

Performs periodic and on-demand system audits and vulnerability assessments, including user accounts, application access, file system and external Web integrity scans to determine compliance

Provides information to management regarding the negative impact on the business caused by theft, destruction, alteration or denial of access to information

Provides information assurance project management, technical security staff oversight, and development of mission-critical technical documents

Ensure compliance with regulations and privacy laws

Develops materials for computer security education/awareness programs

Responds to queries and requests for computer security information and reports

May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals

May serve as a team or task lead

Required Characteristics:

Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, 8 years of experience

TS/SCI Security Clearance

Must meet 8570.01M certification requirements (CISSP, CASPCE)

WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:

Full-flex work week

401K with company match

Customizable health benefits packages

Collaborative teams of highly motivated critical thinkers and innovators

Rewards program for high-performing employees

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The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 – $184,000. 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.

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.