Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Manassas - 11680 Hayden Road (VAC470)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ174569

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

Job Family:
Cyber Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Computer Networking, Monitoring Tools, Troubleshooting
Certifications:

Experience:
2 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Own your career as a Cyber Security Analyst at GDIT. Here, you'll have the opportunity to build strong lines of cyber defense using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in cyber security at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients' missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.

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 Associate joining our team to monitor and maintain our client's systems ensuring system availability and performance.

HOW A CYBER SECURITY ANALYST ASSOCIATE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Monitor system performance and availability using system monitoring tools.
Perform initial triage of system alerts to determine their severity and impact.
Respond to alerts and incidents in a timely manner, diagnosing and resolving system issues.
Perform routine maintenance tasks such as firmware upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes.
Escalate incidents to higher-tier technicians or engineering teams as necessary.
Document incident details, actions taken, and lessons learned for future reference and analysis.
Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Active Interim Secret Security clearance with ability to obtain TS
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 1 or Information Assurance Manager Level 1 or obtain and approved Incident Responder certification within 6 months of the date of hire
Technical Training, Certifications, or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
1 year (2+ preferred) technical experience
Department of State employee or contractor experience preferred but not required
User experience with system monitoring tools such Splunk and ScienceLogic.
User experience with Tenable Security Center and Symantec Endpoint Protection
Familiarity of Cisco Switches and Firewalls and VMWare Products
Working knowledge of various operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and RedHat Linux.
Strong understanding of network, compute, and storage concepts.
Certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent are preferred.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Dayshift work only

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

#OpportunityOwned #GDITLife

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Manassas - 11680 Hayden Road (VAC470)

Additional Work Locations:

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.

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