Security Control Assessor - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

• $139K — $188K *
Bethesda, MD 20817In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity and risk management
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
  • 3 years of experience conducting security assessments (SCAs)
  • 1 year of experience in a cloud security assessments (AWS, Azure, etc.)
  • Must have active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Responsibilities

  • Conduct vulnerability scans and identify security weaknesses in systems
  • Evaluate and validate security controls according to established frameworks
  • Prepare detailed reports on security assessment findings and recommendations
  • Develop and document security assessment procedures and guidelines
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures

Benefits

  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility support to advance your career
  • Professional growth opportunities with funded education and certifications
  • Generous time off policies including holidays and vacation
Full Job Description

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:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Computer Networking, Cyber Defense, Information Assurance

Certifications:

None

Experience:

6 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

A career as a Security Control Assessor at GDIT means owning every opportunity to help support and advance our clients’ missions. At GDIT, cyber security is embedded into every aspect of what we do. We’re constantly evolving our cyber solutions to overcome our clients’ biggest challenges, and you will have the opportunity to develop and grow as these technologies evolve.

HOW A SECURITY CONTROL ASSESSOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

  • Skill in conducting vulnerability scans and recognizing vulnerability in security systems (e.g., Cloud Environments) AWS, Google, IBM, Azure, and Oracle.
  • Must meet Department of Defense (DOD) 8570.01-Manual (M) Information Assurances Workforce Improvement Program requirement for Information Assurance Manger (IAM) Level III (CISM, CISSP or Associate GSLC or CCISO).
  • Knowledge of general attack strategies (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK Framework).
  • Knowledge of NISPOM, ICD 503, NIST SP 800-53, ICD 705, and other ICDs as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) of security controls.
  • Strong writing skills.
  • Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Knowledge of network access, identity, and access management e.g. public key infrastructure (PKI)
  • Knowledge of network protocols such as Transition Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), Dynamic Host Configuration, Domain Name System (DNS), and directory Services.
  • Ability to assess the robustness of security systems and designs.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).
  • Write final reports and defend all findings, including risk or vulnerability, mitigation strategies, and references.
  • Report vulnerabilities identified during security assessments.
  • Write penetration testing Rules of Engagement (RoE), Test Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Conducted security reviews and technical research and provided reporting to increase security defense mechanisms.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
  • Required Experience: 6+ yrs
  • Required Technical Skills:
  • Three (3) years of cybersecurity experience with at least one year of experience conducting SCAs under ICD 503/CNSSI 1253 NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Risk Management Framework (RMF), or a similar framework.
  • One full year of SCA experiences within the last three calendar years.
  • One full year supporting cloud environment and experience performing security assessments in a cloud environment (AWS, Google, IBM, Azure, and Oracle).
  • Three years of experience performing security assessments in a cloud computing environment.
  • Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
  • Location: Bethesda, MD - On Customer Site

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 $139,400 - $188,600. 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 Bethesda

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.


Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

* Ladders Estimates

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