Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Information Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Continuous Monitoring, Information Security, Risk Management Framework

Certifications:

None

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

We are seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities, ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements across multi-level classification environments with diverse technologies.

Key Responsibilities

The ISSE will play a critical role in maintaining system security by tracking and executing RMF actions in accordance with ICD 503 (NIST 800-53) to obtain and sustain system authorizations. Responsibilities include:

Assessment & Authorization (A&A):Preparing and submitting Interim Authorization to Test (IATT) and Authority to Operate (ATO) requests with Plans of Action and Milestones (PoAMs)Developing, maintaining, and coordinating required Body of Evidence (BoE) documentation for system assetsCollaborating across Technical Services and Security Services teams, as well as customer agency stakeholders, to ensure complianceTracking workflow for lien remediation/resolution activities and entering tracking tool updatesEvaluating system change requests and assessing both system and organizational risks associated with modificationsContinuous Monitoring (ConMon):Executing ConMon activities within established timelines, including BoE collection and tracking tool updatesConducting recurring reviews of system state and security posture to ensure that systems are being operated securely, and information systems security policies and procedures are being implemented as defined.Providing recommendations for security control implementation and identifying necessary countermeasures or mitigating controlsResponding to queries and requests for security information and reportsIncident Response & Security Oversight:Supporting investigations of security incidents and reporting findings as necessaryAssisting in the communication, implementation and enforcement of security policies and plans for data, applications, hardware, and telecommunications systemsAdvising stakeholders on information assurance standards, dependencies, and emerging security technologiesEngaging with Enterprise Security Services tools (e.g., Trellix, ACAS, Splunk) to track and remediate vulnerabilities and compliance deficiencies

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Experience: Minimum of 4 years of applicable experience in cybersecurity, RMF compliance, or system security engineeringCertifications:Required: DoD 8570 IAM Level I certification (CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ CE, or HCISPP) – must be active and validPreferred: IAM Level II certification (CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO, or HCISPP)Preferred Skills:Experience with cloud security implementations in Azure or AWSStrong understanding of security policies, risk management, and vulnerability assessment tools

Why Join GDIT?

At GDIT, we foster professional growth and provide opportunities to advance your career in a mission-critical environment. Our benefits include:

401(k) with company matchComprehensive health and wellness programsDedicated internal mobility team to support career advancementPaid education and professional certification opportunitiesAccess to cutting-edge technologies and innovative projectsPaid vacation and holidays to support work-life balance

Join us at GDIT and contribute to securing the future of national security.

The likely salary range for this position is $119,000 - $161,000. 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:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Chantilly

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.