Cyber Analyst Principal (TS/SCI Full-Scope Polygraph clearance required)

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Cyber Analyst Principal to support a classified commercial cloud environment. The role requires hands-on RMF/A&A expertise, security engineering, and continuous monitoring to ensure the security posture of mission-critical systems.

Onsite work in McLean, VA is required. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in RMF, ISSEP/ISSM-type leadership, and the ability to communicate risk to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related cyber security experience.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• DoD 8140 / 8570.01-M compliant certifications.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience navigating RMF for classified systems and IC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support RMF & A&A activities for classified cloud services and CDS across IC RMF lifecycles.
• Assist in maintaining evidence for A&A packages and IC continuous monitoring.
• Coordinate security testing and penetration testing to validate security posture.
• Review artifacts, logs, and configurations to ensure evidence of compliance.

Skills

Information Assurance

Security Evaluations

Security Reviews

Security Testing

Vulnerability Management

RMF (Risk Management Framework)

Cross Domain Solutions

ATO for Classified Systems

ISSO/ISSM Experience

Education

BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Cyber Analyst Principal

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Information Assurance, Security Evaluations, Security Reviews, Security Testing, Vulnerability Management Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: GDIT is seeking a highly skilled and multi-faceted Cyber Analyst Principal for a critical contract role supporting a commercial cloud service provider's mission-critical systems. This position requires the employee to report full time on site in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate is a proactive and seasoned professional with extensive, hands-on experience navigating the Intel Community (IC) Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements for classified commercial cloud services and cross domain solutions. This role requires a unique blend of technical engineering prowess, security assessment and auditing skills, deep expertise in continuous monitoring, and the polish to communicate risk to executive leadership. You will be a key contributor to our Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program, supporting the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), and Cyber Lead in ensuring the unyielding security and integrity of mission-critical systems. The Cyber Analyst Principal will support the following key areas - RMF & Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Security Engineering & System Hardening Security Control Assessor (SCA) & Auditing Continuous Monitoring & GRC Additionally, the Cyber Analyst Principal will - Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) execution for classified commercial cloud service offerings, and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) as needed, through the entire respective IC RMF lifecycles to obtain and maintain the applicable authorizations. Assist in maintaining a comprehensive body of evidence for A&A packages. Support the monthly and overall IC Continuous Monitoring requirements. Work with security engineering to proactively identify and assess vulnerabilities related to scans, STIGs, security controls, etc. Support assessment preparation for security control audits, traditional security reviews, and formal inspections, including preparing for and executing IC assessments. Meticulously review artifacts, logs, and system configurations to ensure they provide sufficient evidence of compliance. Coordinate and/or participate in security testing and penetration testing activities to provide an independent validation of the system's security posture.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED - REQUIRED: Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cyber Analyst Principal must have:

• Security clearance level: Must possess a current and active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Certifications: Must be DoW 8140 / 8570.01-M compliant
• Education: BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• Experience: 5+ years of related experience
• Technical skills:
  • Expert-level knowledge of the complete NIST SP 800 series (especially 800-37, 800-53, 800-30) and risk management principles.
  • Progressive experience in information assurance and cybersecurity roles.
  • Direct, hands-on experience as an ISSO or ISSM, with a proven track record of successfully supporting ATO for classified systems under ICD 503 policies.
  • Extensive, hands-on experience navigating the IC Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements for classified commercial cloud services and cross domain solutions.

Location: Onsite in McLean, VA

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

The likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. 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: Onsite Work Location: USA VA McLean Additional Work Locations:

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.

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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