Cyber Security Analyst Journeyman

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Company: General Dynamics

Location: Des Moines, IA 50380

Description:

This is an unpaid fellowship through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program. The fellow selected for this role will not receive compensation or benefits from GDIT and will not be an employee, agent or contractor of GDIT but rather will remain an employee of the DoD and will receive compensation and benefits through the DoD.

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Posses:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain:
Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

Job Family:
Cyber Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Host Based Security System (HBSS), Incident Response
Certifications:

Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Own your career as a Cyber Security Analyst Journeyman Fellow at GDIT. Here, you'll have the opportunity to build strong lines of cyber defense using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in cyber security at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients' missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cyber Security Analyst Journeyman Fellow you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a qualified Fellow joining our team to directly impact the EMITS Customer and their mission.

HOW A CYBER SECURITY ANALYST JOURNEYMAN FELLOW WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
  • Review Cyber Intelligence and identify how current threats affect Pegasus networks.
  • Performs Cybersecurity Detection and Incident Response activities, coordinates with government Program staff, USAF, and other government agencies to assist in the creation, dissemination, direction, and auditing of program policy, standards, and operating procedures.
  • Review cyber events and document Cybersecurity incidents as directed in ServiceNow. Additionally, produce After Action Reports to close Cybersecurity incidents
  • This position will work within Cybersecurity environment monitoring, analyzing, and responding to Cybersecurity events and incidents not limited to; Analysis of Security Ops, ACAS, ESS (HBSS), and security related activities to secure and harden systems.
  • Work with vendors to ensure the CND Tool suits detect and capture required cyber incidents, to include latest industry threats and zero-days, ETC....
  • Be available for after-hours support when required. Incident response is a vital position to respond to critical cyber-attacks and our Enterprise is a 24/7 operation.
  • Participate in "hunt missions" using threat intelligence, analysis of anomalous log data and results of brainstorming sessions to detect and eradicate threat actors and protection teams on customer's networks
  • Continuously improve processes for use across multiple detection sets for more efficient operations
  • Utilize available resources to conduct Cybersecurity activities, and report to senior GDIT and government personnel on overall program security posture.
  • Communicate tactical and strategic threat information to Government leaders, Cybersecurity-Ops and A&A (formerly C&A) Staff to assist them in making cyber risk decisions and to mitigate threats
  • Coordinates with OUSDI, USAF, DISA, and other organizations in support of audits and inspections and provides all necessary documentation as required
  • Assists with implementation of countermeasures or mitigating controls
  • Ensures the integrity and protection of networks, systems, and applications by technical enforcement of organizational security policies, through monitoring of vulnerability scanning devices
  • Work with the Information Assurance Team, Security manager and GOVT ISSM to ensure any Data Spills are handled appropriately. Manage the Data Spill Process, working with external agencies as required to ensure cleanup and mitigation is accomplished within required times as set out by government.
  • Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced technical staff members
  • Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
  • Participates in special projects as required.
  • Provide Incident Detection through understand malware and how to defend and mitigate infections. Triage malware, extracting relevant host and network-based indicators from malware samples.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Required Qualifications:
  • 3 - 10 years of experience required.
  • BA/BS degree - may substitute additional years of experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of data security administration principles, methods, and techniques
  • ACAS Proficiency and Certification
  • eMASS Proficiency
  • ESS (HBSS) Proficiency.
  • Must meet DOD 8570.01M requirements for IAT Level II & CSSP-Incident Responder.
  • Requires familiarity with System & Network concepts, user authentication, and use of Cyber Stacks
  • Requires understanding of DHS/DoD policies and procedures, including NIST 800-53, CJCSM 6510.01 and other applicable policies.
  • Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • Location: On Customer Site.
  • US Citizenship Required.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • ServiceNow Experience
  • SYSLOG data normalization.
  • The ability to work and set priorities on multiple projects/tasks at once and operate in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment.
  • The work is typically performed in an office environment, which requires normal safety precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes, or equipment.
  • Depending on job assignment, additional specific certifications may be required


DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:
  • Has served at least 180 days on active duty
  • Can participate within the last 6 months of separation or retirement
  • Will receive an honorable discharge
  • Has taken any service TAP/TGPS
  • Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months


Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of the fellowship.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
International

Additional Work Locations:

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.

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