Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) Engineer

Cyber and IT Risk Management

CrossDomainSolutions(CDS)Engineer-TS/SCI

$147–199k Springfield, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) Engineer - TS/SCI at Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) Engineer. Skills: Cross Domain Solutions, Cybersecurity Operations, Network Engineering, Cyber Systems Engineering. Lead the engineering and security design of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS). Guide the evaluation of new technologies”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure alignment with mission requirements; Assist in driving future capabilities

Industry & Context.

Cyber and IT Risk Management
Problems you'll solve

Conduct analysis of alternatives for new or evolving data flows; Identify solution constraints and define evaluation criteria

Eligibility Requirements

Top Secret/SCI clearance, Top Secret SCI + Polygraph, US Citizenship Required, Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a Polygraph

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a Polygraph, Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience, 6+ years of experience as a Cyber Engineer across application, system, and network cybersecurity domains, Active IAT Level II Approved 8140 (8570) Baseline Certification (Security+CE, etc. ), Hands-on experience working with Cross Domain Solutions, Experience with system accreditation processes and operational support for CDS environments, Experience developing systems, products, or processes using a total‑systems engineering approach

Nice to Have

CEH – Certified Ethical Hacker (EC‑Council), CASP+ – CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner, Additional cybersecurity or engineering certifications a plus

What You'll Do.

Lead the engineering and security design of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)

Guide the evaluation of new technologies

Ensure alignment with mission requirements

Assist in driving future capabilities

Lead the security design

and engineering of Cross Domain Solutions

Conduct analysis of alternatives for new or evolving data flows

Identify solution constraints and define evaluation criteria

Prepare complex design packages integrating multiple enterprise systems

Update design documents to incorporate new information

Develop technical point papers and documentation on CDS-related topics

Gather and validate requirements from stakeholders and mission partners

Schedule and participate in Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) to discuss design and implementation strategies

Coordinate implementation timelines and technical approaches with engineering and project management personnel

Provide technical inputs to support government strategy

and modernization efforts

and technical solutions to Cross Domain engineers

Train team members on new technologies and engineering approaches

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate effectively on integrated technical teams

Communication Scope

Develop technical point papers and documentation on CDS-related topics; Gather and validate requirements from stakeholders and mission partners; Schedule and participate in Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) to discuss design and implementation strategies

Process & Methodology

Coordinate implementation timelines and technical approaches with engineering and project management personnel

Full 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:**_ Cyber and IT Risk Management ** _Job Qualifications:_** **Skills:** Cross Domain Solutions, Cybersecurity Operations, Network Engineering **Certifications:** None **Experience:** 6 + years of related experience **US Citizenship Required:** Yes _**Job Description:**_ **Location:** Springfield, VA (NCE – Customer Site) **Clearance:** TS/SCI with ability to obtain a Polygraph **Citizenship:** US Citizenship Required **Job Description:** GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can’t turn into opportunity. GDIT is seeking a **Cyber Systems Engineer III – ECDS (Cross Domain Engineer)** to support our Intelligence Community customer in Springfield, VA. In this role, you will lead the engineering and security design of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), guide the evaluation of new technologies, ensure alignment with mission requirements, and assist in driving future capabilities. **What You’ll Get to Do:** * Lead the security design, architecture, and engineering of Cross Domain Solutions. * Conduct analysis of alternatives for new or evolving data flows. * Identify solution constraints and define evaluation criteria. * Prepare complex design packages integrating multiple enterprise systems. * Update design documents to incorporate new information, operational insights, and lessons learned. * Develop technical point papers and documentation on CDS-related topics. * Gather and validate requirements from stakeholders and mission partners. * Schedule and participate in Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) to discuss design and implementation strategies. * Coordinate implementation timelines and technical approach

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