Senior Technology Advisor - Security Operations Center (SOC) - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 174,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and professional services firm is seeking a Senior Technology Advisor to provide strategic guidance in IT and cybersecurity. The successful candidate will conduct research, author whitepapers, mentor junior team members, and contribute to service improvements within the security operations landscape. Experience in information security and a Bachelor's degree are essential, along with relevant certifications. This role is primarily onsite in Washington, D.C. and other locations including Virginia and Colorado.

Benefits

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid education and certifications

Qualifications

• 15+ years of related experience in IT and Cybersecurity.
• 8570 IAT II certification required before start date.
• Proven ability to analyze complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management on IT and cybersecurity strategies.
• Conduct in-depth analysis on cutting-edge technologies for decision-making.
• Develop insightful whitepapers addressing IT and cybersecurity.

Skills

Information Security

Information Technology Security

Security Operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Type of Requisition

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required

None

Job Family

Technical Solutions

Job Qualifications

Skills

Information Security, Information Technology Security, Security Operations

Certifications

None

Experience

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required

Yes

Job Description

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Technology Advisor you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are seeking a Senior Technology Advisor with diverse experience in information technology and cybersecurity to join our esteemed Security Operations Center (SOC) team. This role will be responsible for providing strategic guidance, conducting research, and authoring thought‑leading whitepapers on emerging technologies while identifying innovative service improvement opportunities within the organization's security landscape. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of staying abreast of industry trends and best practices to ensure optimal security posture.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Advising: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, business units, and other stakeholders by offering recommendations on IT and cybersecurity strategies, policies, and procedures that align with organizational objectives.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct in‑depth analysis and research on cutting‑edge technologies, industry trends, and best practices to inform decision‑making processes related to security operations.
• Whitepaper Authoring: Develop well‑researched, insightful, and engaging whitepapers addressing various aspects of IT and cybersecurity, such as threat intelligence, incident response, risk assessment, and compliance.
• Service Improvement Identification: Continuously identify, assess, and recommend new or improved services to enhance the overall efficiency, effectiveness, and security of the organization’s IT infrastructure.
• Mentorship & Collaboration: Actively mentor junior members of the SOC team and the Analysis Support Team (AST), fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Work closely with cross‑functional teams across the organization to promote knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Training & Education: Plan, develop, and deliver training programs and workshops for staff at all levels to improve their understanding of current and evolving cybersecurity threats, tools, and best practices.
• Vendor Evaluation: Assess potential vendors, partners, and solutions providers to ensure alignment with the organization’s security needs and goals.
• Incident Response Planning: Contribute to the development of comprehensive incident response plans, playbooks, and procedures to minimize the impact of security incidents.
• Reporting & Metrics: Analyze data from security monitoring systems and other sources to provide regular reports and metrics on key performance indicators, risk mitigation efforts, and return on investment for the SOC team’s initiatives.
• Requirements Analysis: Perform requirements analysis to help define functional user requirements for all SOC and Task order mission functions.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of relevant experience, equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and experience will be considered.
• Required Certifications: 8570 IAT II prior to start date (CISSP, CASP, or other IAT Level 3 certification preferred.)
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a CI Polygraph

Required Skills and Abilities

• Relevant work experience in Information Technology and Cybersecurity, including roles in SOC, Network/Security Engineering, Threat Intelligence, or similar domains.
• Demonstrated expertise in multiple IT disciplines, including network architecture, cloud security, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, identity and access management, and incident response.
• Proven ability to analyze complex technical issues and translate them into clear, concise language for non‑technical audiences.
• Strong written communication skills with a portfolio of published whitepapers or articles showcasing your subject matter expertise.
• Aptitude for identifying market trends and emerging technologies with the potential to positively impact the organization’s security posture.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the capacity to build relationships and credibility at all levels within the organization and externally.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and evaluating potential partners for IT security products and services.
• Ability to travel occasionally for conferences, workshops, and client meetings.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s cybersecurity strategy and contribute to shaping the future of information security. If you possess the necessary qualifications and enthusiasm for this critical role, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Location

On Customer Site

• Reston, VA
• Bolling, AFB (DC)
• Colorado Springs, CO

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

The likely salary range for this position is $174,250 - $235,750. 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.

Employment Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA AL Huntsville

Additional Work Locations: USA CO Colorado Springs, USA DC Washington

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.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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