Cyber Risk Management Analyst Junior

VulnU; Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GDIT in Ashburn, VA seeks a Cyber Risk Management Analyst Junior to support CBP Cyber Security Directorate operations, risk documentation, control evaluations, and remediation tracking.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in cybersecurity, strong written communication, and familiarity with risk principles and cyber standards. Onsite work with potential federal mission impact and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years in cybersecurity or IT security experience.
• Foundational understanding of risk principles and assessment practices.
• Strong documentation, organizational, writing and communication capabilities.
• Foundational understanding of risk principles, security control assessment practices, and federal cybersecurity standards.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist documenting risks, gathering supporting information, and assessing basic security control effectiveness.
• Support risk reporting and repeatable risk processes across systems.
• Evaluate technical and administrative security controls to identify deficiencies.
• Participate in continuous monitoring and vulnerability assessment activities.
• Track remediation efforts and prepare risk summaries and leadership briefings.

Skills

Cyber Risks

Cybersecurity Controls

Cybersecurity Operations

Risk Management

Documentation

Communication

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

CRISC

NIST RMF Practitioner

CompTIA Security+

Job description

# Cyber Risk Management Analyst JuniorGDIT · gdit.comCategory: GRC & ComplianceLocation: USA VA AshburnLevel: JuniorSalary: $85,425 – $115,575Clearance: Public Trust## 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:RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:NoneClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:NonePublic Trust/Other Required:BI Full 6C (T4)Job Family:Cyber and IT Risk ManagementJob Qualifications:Skills:Cyber Risks, Cybersecurity Controls, Cybersecurity Operations, Cybersecurity Risk ManagementCertifications:NoneExperience:3 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cyber Security Directorate (CSD) is leading one of the most comprehensive, mission critical cybersecurity operations in the federal government, protecting the digital infrastructure that safeguards America’s borders. This multifaceted program spans 24/7/365 Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring, advanced threat intelligence, forensics, incident response, cloud and network security engineering, zero trust modernization, vulnerability assessment, and enterprise-wide risk and compliance activities. The Cyber Risk Management Analyst Junior will support teams at the forefront of national security, supporting sophisticated cyber operations that defend vital systems, enable secure mission execution, and counter rapidly evolving threats. You will find this work uniquely impactful, fast-paced, and deeply collaborative, offering the opportunity to lead high performing technical teams, shape CBP’s cybersecurity strategy, and contribute directly to the protection of the nation.MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACTThe Cyber Risk Management Junior plays a key role in ensuring risks are accurately captured, tracked, and communicated, forming the backbone of enterprise risk governance. By supporting control evaluations, documenting findings, and coordinating mitigation, this analyst enables leadership to make informed security decisions and strengthens the organization’s ability to meet federal cybersecurity expectations. The candidate will:Assist with documenting risks, gathering supporting information, assessing basic security control effectiveness, and monitoring remediation efforts.Supports risk reporting and contributes to applying repeatable risk processes across systems.Support the evaluation of technical and administrative security controls to determine effectiveness and identify deficiencies.Participate in continuous monitoring activities by assessing new vulnerabilities, configuration changes, or system updates.Support the evaluation of technical and administrative security controls to determine effectiveness and identify deficiencies.Assist in tracking remediation efforts by validating evidence, collecting updates from system owners, and maintaining accurate records of issue closure.Prepare supporting materials for risk summaries, dashboards, and leadership briefings.WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEEDMinimum of three (3) years in cybersecurity or IT security experience.Foundational understanding of risk principles and assessment practices.Strong documentation, organizational, writing and communication capabilities.Foundational understanding of risk principles, security control assessment practices, and federal cybersecurity standards.Strong analytical and writing skills with the ability to break down technical issues into clear, actionable insights.Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non‐technical stakeholders across programs.Familiarity with IT system lifecycle processes, cybersecurity environments, or federal IT delivery.Preferred certifications:CompTIA SecurityCertified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)NIST RMF Practitioner (various providers)EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, cybersecurity or a related field preferred.Previous or Current CBP Background Investigation desired.OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in cyber security at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.The likely salary range for this position is $85,425 - $115,575. 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 Ashburn