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

VulnU; McLean, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Cyber Analyst Principal in McLean, VA to lead RMF/A&A activities for classified commercial cloud services. This on-site role requires TS/SCI with Poly, deep RMF experience, and the ability to communicate risk to senior leadership.

You will oversee security engineering, continuous monitoring, and audits within the GRC program, support A&A lifecycles, and collaborate with ISSM and Cyber Lead to maintain authorizations.

Qualifications

• Experience with RMF/A&A for classified systems.
• Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800 series and risk management.
• Hands-on security engineering, audits, and continuous monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF/A&A for classified cloud offerings and CDS.
• Support A&A lifecycles to obtain/maintain authorizations.
• Coordinate security testing, audits, and evidence artifacts.
• Review configurations, logs, and evidence to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with ISSM and Cyber Lead within GRC program.

Skills

RMF risk management

NIST SP 800-37/53/30

ISSO/ISSM experience

Security testing & vulnerability mgmt

TS/SCI + Poly clearance

Education

BA/BS Degree or equivalent

Job description

# Cyber Analyst Principal (TS/SCI Full-Scope Polygraph clearance required)GDIT · gdit.comCategory: Security EngineeringLocation: USA VA McLeanLevel: Staff / PrincipalSalary: $169,604 – $229,464Clearance: TS/SCI + Poly## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Retirement match* Paid parental leaveType of Requisition:PipelineClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:Cyber and IT Risk ManagementJob Qualifications:Skills:Information Assurance, Security Evaluations, Security Reviews, Security Testing, Vulnerability ManagementCertifications:NoneExperience:5 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob 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 HardeningSecurity Control Assessor (SCA) & AuditingContinuous Monitoring & GRCAdditionally, 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, VADESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:● Certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)GDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt 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#GDITpriorityOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore 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 $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:40Travel Required:Less than 10%Telecommuting Options:OnsiteWork Location:USA VA McLeanAdditional 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. Our 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. About Our Work:We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 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 mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events atgdit.com/tc.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans