Cyber Security Analyst

Overview

On Site
USD 79,747.00 - 97,750.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

IT Risk Management
Computer Networking
Network Monitoring
Firmware
Patch Management
Cyber Security
Customer Engagement
DoD
Information Assurance
Technical Training
Computer Science
Information Technology
Help Desk
System Monitoring
Splunk
User Experience
Symantec Endpoint Protection
Cisco
Switches
Firewall
VMware
Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows
Red Hat Linux
Network
Storage
Cisco Certifications
CompTIA
Network+
Security+
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Security Clearance
FOCUS
Telecommuting
Taxes
Apache Flex
Military
Insurance
Professional Services
Innovation
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Cloud Computing
Application Development

Job Details

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Computer Networking, Monitoring Tools, Troubleshooting
Certifications:
None
Experience:
2 + years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

CYBERSECURITY ANALYST

Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Cybersecurity Analyst at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Cybersecurity Analyst, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Department of State. You will play a crucial role in cyber security and network monitoring.

HOW A NETWORK OPERATION CENTER ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Monitor system performance and availability using system monitoring tools.

Perform initial triage of system alerts to determine their severity and impact.

Respond to alerts and incidents in a timely manner, diagnosing and resolving system issues.

Perform routine maintenance tasks such as firmware upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes.

Escalate incidents to higher-tier technicians or engineering teams as necessary.

Document incident details, actions taken, and lessons learned for future reference and analysis.

Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cybersecurity Analyst must have:
Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree: Security +CE

Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 1 or Information Assurance Manager Level 1 or obtain and approved Incident Responder certification within 6 months of the date of hire

Technical Training, Certifications, or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

2 year (4+ preferred) technical experience

1 years of helpdesk experience

Department of State employee or contractor experience preferred but not required

User experience with system monitoring tools such Splunk and ScienceLogic.

User experience with Tenable Security Center and Symantec Endpoint Protection

Familiarity of Cisco Switches and Firewalls and VMWare Products

Working knowledge of various operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and RedHat Linux.

Strong understanding of network, compute, and storage concepts.

Certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+ or equivalent are preferred.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Dayshift work only

ship Required and Top Secret clearance

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 $79,747 - $97,750. 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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Manassas

Additional 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.

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. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. 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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