Cyber Security Analyst Senior
Listed on 2026-08-22
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection, Network Security
Job Qualifications
Cyber Defense, Network Security Tools, Security Tools
Job Description Type ofRequisition
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently PossessTop Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able To ObtainTop Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other RequiredNone
Job FamilyCyber and IT Risk Management
SkillsCyber Defense, Network Security Tools, Security Tools
CertificationsNone
Experience3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship RequiredYes
Job DescriptionCyber Security Analyst Senior
Join our technology leading team of men and women that solve some of the world’s most complex technical challenges. GDIT is seeking an enthusiastic Cyber Network Defense Analyst who is seeking to expand his/her experience in the IT field by joining our team in support of the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) mission of the Airforce at Langley AFB, Va.
Our Cyber Network Defense team supports the Air Forces’ Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) Processing, Exploitation, Dissemination (PED) Operations Center (DOC). Specifically, you will be providing Cyber Monitoring and Defense across a global enterprise.
The Cyber Network Defense Analyst Will Be Responsible To- Provide near-real-time monitoring and analysis of insider and external threats utilizing network security tools and custom developed scripts IAW Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 502
- Perform near-real-time network security alerting and problem resolution
- Prioritize remediation efforts using reliable threat intelligence
- Monitor and protect the security of the DCGS from internal and external threats
- Implement the Enterprise Audit Conceptual Framework as defined by Intelligence Community Standard (ICS) 500-27
- Perform all functions of the CND Framework
- Generate a complete list of auditable events for all user activity and then process, format, filter, and share the data
- Provide risk determination recommendations to the Authorizing Official (AO) regarding acceptance or rejection of an Authority to Operate (ATO) or Authority to Test (ATT)
- Assess and report cyber readiness; perform an analysis of trends and concerns, and report key findings (i.e. provide recommendations and knowledge transfer based upon key findings)
- Provide weekly update to Government program leads on current status of cyber readiness
- Provide a robust set of checks and balances to protect against unauthorized network modifications, penetrations, and other threats that might affect mission operations
- Manage antivirus definition files on DCGS Enterprise information systems
- Provide guidance and assistance to other units and agencies responding to security events
- Track and ensure enterprise compliance of Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA), DISA assist bulletins, and Air Force Computer Response Team (AFCERT) notifications and compliance with other governing directives
- Perform and oversee network vulnerability scanning functions IAW governing directive
- Clearance: TS/SCI
- Shift Work (4 on/3 off)
- Minimum of three (3) years’ of network and system security experience
- Strong knowledge of ESS/HBSS
- Demonstrated knowledge of the CND Framework 4.10.2.3
- Possess IAT Level II Security + (CE) certification
- Possess Cyber Security Analysis (CySA) certification IAW DoD 8570
- Location:
On Customer Site - US Citizenship Required
- 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 certificates
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
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The likely salary range for this position is $97,968 - $112,700. 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 Hours40
Travel RequiredLess than 10%
Telecommuting OptionsOnsite
Work LocationUSA VA Langley AFB
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,…
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