Acquisition Security Analyst

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:

Information Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cybersecurity, Information Security, System Security

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Acquisition Security Analyst

Transform technology into opportunity as an Acquisition 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 an ASA, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. The ASA will assist the Government Program Manager with the development and implementation of comprehensive program protection methodologies to protect advanced technology programs throughout the system's life cycle.

HOW AN ASA WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• In-depth lifecycle program analysis to identify critical program information (CPI), Critical System Resources (CSR), and their associated vulnerabilities
• Assist with the identification and implementation of countermeasures
• Develop and implement a risk managed based program protection plan and strategy
• Provide technical advice and security support to collateral and SAP programs and emerging mission areas
• Provide security guidance to the GSSO and PM, as it relates to the Air Force acquisition and sustainment process
• Provide specific guidance pertaining to the contract security requirements in reference to cost, feasibility and appropriateness of requirement
• Maintain a working relationship with the Program Manager, Contracting Officer and contractor security officers to ensure a standardized and correct format/process is utilized for all DD Form 254 efforts throughout the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle
• Directly support customer program protection/security officers in the development, execution and implementation of Program Protection Planning (PPP)
• Assess threat and risk, develop risk management actions and implements long term courses of actions
• Assist in the development and writing of operations security (OPSEC) plans, transition plans, emergency action plans, transportation plans and any other security documents as needed for the customer
• Review program documentation for public release, to include ensuring Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) has proper markings, classifications and distribution statements per Air Force doctrine
• Conduct analysis of foreign intelligence threats against programs involving customer's critical research, sensitive technologies or CPI
• Prepare and produce analytical products from numerous resources, to include various databases, to ensure a real-time, tailored product is provided
• Provide classification guidance and assistance for all security programs to include collateral and SAP programs
• Analyze Counterintelligence reports and prepare written summaries of activities with potential impact to customer resources
• Write, review, and/or edit Security Classification Guides (SCG), Exposure Contingency Plans (ECP), Managed Access Plans (MAP), Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), System Test Plans (STP)
• Assist government system security engineers performing close out actions for SAPs as needed
• Develop and implement quarterly and annual security education and training for personnel
• Provide technical analysis and OPSEC support to SAF/AAZ and SAF/AQ Special programs and other associated operations, missions, and organizational elements involved in developing system requirements to associated systems RDT&E

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Experience

• 10+ years related experience, minimum 2 years of direct SAP experience

Education

• ​Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years)

Experience Education Equivalents

• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 3 years of experience
• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 5 years of experience
• Maximum equivalent experience for SPED Certifications is no more than 5 years

Security Clearance

• Required: TS/SCI
• Must be able to obtain: TS/SCI with CI polygraph

Other Requirements

• Must have extensive knowledge of the DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated in the Air Force acquisition process

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
• Rest and recharge with additional paid vacation and holidays

#AirForce #SAPOpportunities #GDITPriority

The likely salary range for this position is $122,366 - $138,345. 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:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA NM Albuquerque

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 30 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.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.