Cyber Security Project Engineer - TS/SCI w/Polygraph

General Dynamics - IT; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid education and certifications

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a dedicated Cyber Security Project Engineer in McLean, VA to ensure security across various environments. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Responsibilities include leading incident response, threat analysis and documentation of findings.

The position requires a TS/SCI security clearance and specific technical skills in cyber defense methodologies. We offer a competitive benefits package including 401K, health coverage, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Cyber Security.
• Knowledge of network security architecture and protocols.
• Understanding of cloud service models.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response activities and coordinate within cloud environments.
• Analyze intrusion artifacts and mitigate threats.
• Conduct forensically sound image collection.

Skills

Incident Response & Cyber Defense

Threat Detection & Intrusion Analysis

Malware & Vulnerability Analysis

Network & System Security

Cloud Security

Education

Bachelors in a related discipline

Tools

Security event correlation tools

Job description

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Cyber Security Project Engineer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cyber Security Project Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Cyber Security Project Engineer joining our highly skilled team to be a premier provider of cyber security services to the customer. We provide consummate cyber security risk management “as a service” platform across multiple fabrics and centers. We have responsibility to ensure operational IT capabilities provide the client with necessary timeliness, accuracy and security of information demanded from all our highly professional roles. Be the change, lead our change – join us!

HOW A CYBER SECURITY PROJECT ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

The Cyber Security Project Engineer is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents across enterprise and cloud environments. This role involves intrusion analysis, forensic collection, malware investigation, and coordination with cyber defense teams to mitigate threats and strengthen the organization’s security posture.

• Incident Response & Coordination
  • Lead and support enterprise-wide incident response activities.
  • Coordinate incident response functions within cloud environments.
  • Produce after‑action reviews and incident reports for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Threat Detection & Analysis
  • Collect and analyze intrusion artifacts to support mitigation efforts.
  • Receive, triage, and investigate network alerts from multiple sources.
  • Monitor external threat intelligence to assess potential enterprise impact.
  • Perform cyber defense trend analysis and reporting.
• Forensics & Evidence Handling
  • Conduct initial, forensically sound image collection and analysis.
  • Preserve evidence integrity in accordance with standards and procedures.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing
  • Develop and publish cyber defense techniques, guidance, and incident findings.
  • Contribute to enterprise knowledge bases and security best practices.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: Bachelors (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
• Required Experience: 8+ yrs
• Required Technical Skills:
• Incident Response & Cyber Defense
  • Incident response methodologies, categories, and timelines.
  • Cyber defense policies and procedures.
  • Ability to perform damage assessments and determine remediation paths.
• Threat Detection & Intrusion Analysis
  • Intrusion detection methodologies for host and network environments.
  • Experience using security event correlation tools.
  • Understanding of attack classes, attack stages, and adversary behaviors.
• Malware & Vulnerability Analysis
  • Malware analysis concepts and containment techniques.
  • Ability to identify, capture, contain, and report malware.
  • Skill in recognizing and categorizing vulnerabilities and associated attacks.
• Network & System Security
  • Knowledge of network security architecture, topology, and communication principles.
  • Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, directory services).
  • Familiarity with network services, interactions, and secure communications.
  • Knowledge of system administration, OS hardening, and application security threats.
• Cloud Security
  • Understanding of cloud service models and how they affect incident response capabilities.
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
• Required Certifications: One of - CEH(P, ECIH, GRID, RCCE Level 1, CBROPS, CCSP, CEH, Cloud+, FITSP-O, GCED, GCIH, GSEC, PenTest+, Security+
• Preferred Certifications: Board certified in relevant security programs (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, NCSF, CAP); Professional certifications in cloud technologies – Amazon and Microsoft Azure; Understanding of FISMA
• Location: McLean, VA - On Customer Site

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• 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