Senior Cyber Engineer: Tools and Infrastructure

Cybersecurity Engineer

GDIT is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Engineer with experience in tools and infrastructure support to join our team, supporting the application-level administration of critical systems used by the Office of Cybersecurity Systems (OCS).

• Administer and maintain specialized forensic tools and infrastructure, including FTK, Magnet Axiom Cyber, FRED physical systems, and others.
• Implement application-level patches, conduct routine maintenance, and perform system stability activities.
• Manage user accounts, collaborate with teams to align user roles and compliance requirements.
• Configure, customize, and optimize tools such as Extra Hop, Cellebrite, Splunk, and Palo Alto XSOAR.
• Deploy new systems and capabilities, including rollout of Magnet Axiom Cyber and integration with existing infrastructure.
• Serve as point of contact for troubleshooting escalated issues and collaborate with IT, security, and forensic specialists.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing forensic and cybersecurity tools.
• Experience deploying and managing Magnet Axiom Cyber or similar platforms.
• Proven application-level configuration and patching in a documented and secure manner.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability to fast‑changing cybersecurity threats and forensic demands.
• Preferred certifications:
  Splunk Certified Architect, Cellebrite Certified Examiner (CCE), Palo Alto certifications.

Location: On‑site required

Citizenship: US citizenship required – must hold Active Secret, Top Secret, DOE L, or DOE Q clearance.

• Competitive salary range $127,500 – $172,500.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off: 15 days paid leave, 10 holidays per year, paid parental and other leave.
• Work‑life flexibility with partial remote options and flexible schedules.
• Learning and career development programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans