Cybersecurity Support Specialist - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking an entry-level Cybersecurity Support Specialist in Chantilly, VA. The role supports Security Services with ISSO-related tasks, data transfers, vulnerability coordination and continuous monitoring across multiple teams.

Candidates should have 0+ years of related experience, an active TS/SCI with CI poly, and an associate degree. Expect training via OJT and growth opportunities within a large defense contractor environment.

Qualifications

• 0+ years of related experience
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
• Knowledge of fundamental information system security concepts and practices

Responsibilities

• Provide ISSO support activities and assist with security data transfers and compliance verification.
• Coordinate vulnerability reviews and remediation activities for continuous monitoring.
• Collaborate with Security Services team and other contract service teams on cybersecurity tasks.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Assurance

Information Technology Security

Education

Associate's degree in an applicable field

Job description

Type of Requisition

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

None

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

Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Technology Security

Certifications

None

Experience

0 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required

Yes

Job Description

This Cybersecurity Support Specialist (CSS) position is an entry level information system security professional providing direct support to Security Services team members as well cross team support to other contract service teams. Daily duties include common Information System Security Officer (ISSO) support activities, which include data transfer (Low to High and High to Low), system compliance review and verification, vulnerability review and remediation coordination, as well as support to ongoing continuous monitoring activities.

In this role, a selected candidate will:

• Work side-by-side with GDIT professionals delivering work for clients.
• Collaborate with a team of peers to learn and grow cybersecurity skills, knowledge and experience.
• Participate in professional development opportunities through On-The-Job (OJT) training and available training courses curated via GDIT.

The successful candidate will possess knowledge of fundamental information system security concepts, practices, and procedures with the following focus areas:

• Understanding and application of fundamental network security principles and practices;
• Understanding of basic system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures;
• Understanding of common system technology implementations, including but not limited to client-server, cloud computing, virtualization, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, LAN, switches, and routers
• Understanding of and ability to use common Information Technology (IT) operating systems (e.g. Microsoft Windows, LINUX, UNIX, Mac OS, etc.) and applications (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite);
• Familiarity with detecting and preventing computer security compromises in a networked environment;
• Ability to quickly learn and use tools focused on prevention and/or negation of malicious code (e.g HBSS, Anti Malware, ACAS);
• Ability to apply a risk management philosophy when faced with security challenges and the ability to articulate the pro’s and con’s in a clear concise manner;
• Ability to quickly learn and apply applicable Customer, IC, DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Management (IT/IA/IM);
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills to engender rapport with the military personnel, civilians, and other contractors at all levels;
• Demonstrated ability to correlate audit results between various systems and/or users and notify the ISSM of any discrepancies.

Key requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a favorably adjudicated CI polygraph.
• At least 1 year of demonstrated relevant experience
• At least an associate’s degree in an applicable field of study. (e.g. Information Systems, Networking, Cybersecurity)
• Active and current 8570 IAT Level II compliant certification (CCNA-Security / CSA+ / GICSIP / GSEC / Security+CE / SSCP)

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At 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

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore 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 $81,349 - $93,550. 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

None

Telecommuting Options

Onsite

Work Location

USA VA Chantilly

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.

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