GDIT

Cyber and IT Risk Management

CybersecurityEngineerSrPrincipal

$149–196k United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Cybersecurity Engineer Sr Principal at GDIT. Skills: Cybersecurity, Zero Trust security strategy, designing, implementing, and maintaining secure systems, networks, applications, technical expertise, leadership. Leading the design, development, and operation of Zero Trust security solutions. Ensuring alignment of designs with customer requirements and DoW Zero Trust Execution Roadmap”

What You'll Achieve.

impactful to the mission of our Federal, Intelligence and Defense customers; deliver solutions at the edge of innovation

Industry & Context.

Cyber and IT Risk Management
Problems you'll solve

Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and solve complex problems

Eligibility Requirements

Secret clearance, US Citizenship Required, Travel Required: 10-25%

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree), 10+ years of related experience, Active SECRET clearance, Knowledge of DoW Zero Trust requirements, as defined in the DoW Zero Trust Execution Roadmap, Experience in DoW environment with knowledge of computer and network security concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems, Experience implementing security tools and understanding methodologies for Zero Trust capabilities such as EDR, UEM/MDM, ICAM, network access control, micro-segmentation, data protection, and data tagging, Experience integrating solutions with SIEM/SOAR tools for cyber security monitoring and automated response, Experience configuring and securing Linux, Windows, and UNIX systems, Experience deploying and managing infrastructure and VM workloads in the cloud (at least one of AWS, Azure, or Google), Experience with implementing network scanning and automation tools, such as Tenable, Remedy, OSCAP, Ansible, etc., Knowledge of encryption algorithms and best practices, Experience with ethical hacking techniques to identify vulnerabilities in systems, Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and solve complex problems, Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, Up to date with the latest security threats and technologies, Ability to adjust to changing circumstances and new technologies, leadership skills and the ability to prioritize and drive outcomes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

Experience working with Federal and Department of War customers desired

What You'll Do.

and operation of Zero Trust security solutions

Ensuring alignment of designs with customer requirements and DoW Zero Trust Execution Roadmap

Researching and evaluating new technologies to identify opportunities for security enhancements

Leading the development and fielding of secure network solutions to protect against advanced persistent threats

Analyzing security systems and seeking continuous improvements

Ensuring adherence to industry best practices and security standards

Collaborating with other teams

including network and hardware teams

to ensure security is integrated into the overall system

Briefing client leadership on design decisions and system operations

Effectively assess technologies to meet customer and regulatory requirements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborating with other teams, including network and hardware teams, to ensure security is integrated into the overall system; work effectively with DoW sponsors/clients, management/leadership, and technical teams

Communication Scope

Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences; Briefing client leadership on design decisions and system operations

Process & Methodology

ability to prioritize and drive outcomes

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