Information Security Analyst
General Dynamics Information Technology, Winston Salem, NC, United States
Information Security Analyst
Transform technology into opportunity as an Information Security Analyst with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most, and at GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, playing a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared Information Security Analysts joining our team to support our intelligence customer at Fort Liberty, NC.
Impact
The Information Assurance Analyst is primarily responsible for incident handling, incident response, intrusion analysis, threat hunting, digital forensic analysis, vulnerability scanning, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP).
Tracks and handles cyber security incidents/events from initial detection to final resolution; coordinates with appropriate parties to investigate and maintain communications.
Collaborates with specialty teams to investigate and resolve complex problems.
Troubleshoots security tools on the network to ensure successful operation, compatibility with other applications, and minimal impact to the users.
Ensures ACAS vulnerability scanning mechanisms are operational and providing relevant results to the vulnerability management and admin teams.
Performs Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) duties, and acts as the POC between parent organization and cyber security teams.
Conducts change requests, software authorizations, static code analysis, account reviews, and other Assessment & Authorization (A&A) tasks as required.
Acts as a central point of contact for all inquiries potentially regarding cyber security, and if necessary, redirects to the appropriate entities.
Education & Certifications
Associate Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or work experience.
8570 Security+ Certification, required.
Experience
3+ years of related experience in data security administration.
Technical Skills
Minimum IAT II: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP.
Within 6 months of hire – CSSP Incident Responder (IR): CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA‑Security, CHFI, CySA+, GCFA, GCIH, SCYBER.
Preferred certifications: GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, GNFA, Linux+, CCNA R&S, Splunk Power User.
Proficient at navigating Windows 10/Server 2012/Server 2016 operating systems to perform intrusion analysis and systems maintenance.
Proficient at navigating Linux: Ubuntu/RHEL 6/7/8 to facilitate cyber security engineering and systems maintenance.
Basic scripting skills using Windows command‑line, PowerShell, or BASH.
Understanding of network ports, protocols, and services.
Intrusion analysis via HBSS, Splunk or other SIEM tools, Windows Event Logging, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) sources.
Incident investigations via McAfee HBSS suite, SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, Cylance, Splunk, Phantom, Stealth Watch, Wireshark, ForeScout, ACAS, PowerShell, command‑line tools.
Build and maintain ACAS infrastructure; analyze vulnerability scan results and provide recommendations for remediation.
Preferred Skills
Strong desire to learn new skills, techniques, tactics, and procedures to improve knowledge and existing processes.
Must be able to multi‑task and adapt to changing priorities in highly stressful situations.
Highly resilient and motivated to investigate unfamiliar and anomalous problems in a robust OPTEMPO environment, including follow‑through to complete resolution.
Critical thinking skills required to apply and correlate data from multiple sources to solve complex problems.
Strong ability to quickly and clearly articulate operational impacts of cyber security incidents/events to leadership.
Ability to communicate efficiently and precisely to target audience, as well as build strong rapport with other teams.
Clearance
TS/SCI (Required)
Citizenship
US citizenship
Location
Fort Liberty, NC, USA – On Company Site
Work Schedule
40 hours per week.
Travel
25–50%.
Telecommuting
Onsite.
Salary Range
The likely salary range for this position is $76,500 - $103,500; actual compensation may vary based on experience, location, and contractual requirements.
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Health Savings Accounts
Paid vacation, holidays, and other paid leave (including parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty)
Short and long‑term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel/accident insurance
Professional growth opportunities, including paid education and certifications
Flex work weeks where possible
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Transform technology into opportunity as an Information Security Analyst with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most, and at GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, playing a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared Information Security Analysts joining our team to support our intelligence customer at Fort Liberty, NC.
Impact
The Information Assurance Analyst is primarily responsible for incident handling, incident response, intrusion analysis, threat hunting, digital forensic analysis, vulnerability scanning, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP).
Tracks and handles cyber security incidents/events from initial detection to final resolution; coordinates with appropriate parties to investigate and maintain communications.
Collaborates with specialty teams to investigate and resolve complex problems.
Troubleshoots security tools on the network to ensure successful operation, compatibility with other applications, and minimal impact to the users.
Ensures ACAS vulnerability scanning mechanisms are operational and providing relevant results to the vulnerability management and admin teams.
Performs Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) duties, and acts as the POC between parent organization and cyber security teams.
Conducts change requests, software authorizations, static code analysis, account reviews, and other Assessment & Authorization (A&A) tasks as required.
Acts as a central point of contact for all inquiries potentially regarding cyber security, and if necessary, redirects to the appropriate entities.
Education & Certifications
Associate Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or work experience.
8570 Security+ Certification, required.
Experience
3+ years of related experience in data security administration.
Technical Skills
Minimum IAT II: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP.
Within 6 months of hire – CSSP Incident Responder (IR): CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA‑Security, CHFI, CySA+, GCFA, GCIH, SCYBER.
Preferred certifications: GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, GNFA, Linux+, CCNA R&S, Splunk Power User.
Proficient at navigating Windows 10/Server 2012/Server 2016 operating systems to perform intrusion analysis and systems maintenance.
Proficient at navigating Linux: Ubuntu/RHEL 6/7/8 to facilitate cyber security engineering and systems maintenance.
Basic scripting skills using Windows command‑line, PowerShell, or BASH.
Understanding of network ports, protocols, and services.
Intrusion analysis via HBSS, Splunk or other SIEM tools, Windows Event Logging, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) sources.
Incident investigations via McAfee HBSS suite, SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, Cylance, Splunk, Phantom, Stealth Watch, Wireshark, ForeScout, ACAS, PowerShell, command‑line tools.
Build and maintain ACAS infrastructure; analyze vulnerability scan results and provide recommendations for remediation.
Preferred Skills
Strong desire to learn new skills, techniques, tactics, and procedures to improve knowledge and existing processes.
Must be able to multi‑task and adapt to changing priorities in highly stressful situations.
Highly resilient and motivated to investigate unfamiliar and anomalous problems in a robust OPTEMPO environment, including follow‑through to complete resolution.
Critical thinking skills required to apply and correlate data from multiple sources to solve complex problems.
Strong ability to quickly and clearly articulate operational impacts of cyber security incidents/events to leadership.
Ability to communicate efficiently and precisely to target audience, as well as build strong rapport with other teams.
Clearance
TS/SCI (Required)
Citizenship
US citizenship
Location
Fort Liberty, NC, USA – On Company Site
Work Schedule
40 hours per week.
Travel
25–50%.
Telecommuting
Onsite.
Salary Range
The likely salary range for this position is $76,500 - $103,500; actual compensation may vary based on experience, location, and contractual requirements.
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Health Savings Accounts
Paid vacation, holidays, and other paid leave (including parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty)
Short and long‑term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel/accident insurance
Professional growth opportunities, including paid education and certifications
Flex work weeks where possible
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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