Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) Engineer
Cyber and IT Risk Management
CrossDomainSolutions(CDS)Engineer-TS/SCI
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“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.
Conduct analysis of alternatives for new or evolving data flows; Identify solution constraints and define evaluation criteria
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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