Cyber Security Analyst

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Interim Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Information Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cybersecurity, Information Systems, System Security

Certifications:

None

Experience:

1 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Cyber Security Analyst


Transform technology into opportunity as a Cyber Security Analyst
with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cyber Security Analyst
 you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cyber Security Analyst
joining our team to deliver top-notch support to a major federal agency with critical national security functions.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Use data collected from a variety of cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to analyze events that occur within their environments for the purpose of mitigating threats. 
• Perform static and/or dynamic analysis of malware used for system or data exploit. 
• Prepare reports of analysis and provide briefings to stakeholders
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. You will work well with cross-functional teams in-person, and via hybrid means, to tackle technical and delivery challenges.
• Enjoy a faced-paced environment, with challenging threat landscapes.  This program is an excellent environment to learn and grow in.
• You will own your responsibility for completing assignments and deliverables on time, including proper coordination and quality control across teams.
• Use your technical skills and analytic chops to support a meaningful mission, with a highly talented technical team.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: BA or BS preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or related scientific or technical discipline.

● Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience

● Required:  

• Ability to investigate, assess, and interpret security data and threat intelligence.
• Meticulous in monitoring logs, identifying anomalies, and documenting incidents.
• Capable of translating technical findings into clear, actionable reports for both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to assess incidents and implement timely resolutions.
• Works effectively with IT, incident response teams, and management to strengthen security posture.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), firewalls, and endpoint protection.
• Keep up to date with evolving cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices

● Preferred

• SANS GREM: GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware certification

• Experience with Splunk, threat intelligence feeds and platforms, and open-source intelligence tools and information streams a plus.

● Security Clearance Level:  Secret or Top Secret.

● Location:  Hybrid, based in Beltsville, MD

● US Citizenship Required

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 $90,495 - $122,435. 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 MD Beltsville

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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