Cybersecurity Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer

We are GDIT. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. At GDIT, we ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work creates meaningful impact, both globally and personally. This is your opportunity to embrace autonomy, seize opportunity, and deliver your best every day.

GDIT has an opening for a Cybersecurity Engineer supporting the Army National Guard (ARNG) at Falls Church, VA. This role is part of an IT Service Management program that modernizes, expands, and strengthens the ARNG’s global IT services, including networking, compute, storage, cybersecurity, and application hosting.

• Deploy, configure, and support cybersecurity tools such as Forescout, SIEMs (e.g., Splunk, Elastic Search) and log management systems.

• Design, deploy, and maintain Forescout solutions to support network access control (NAC) and endpoint compliance, ensuring secure visibility and continuous monitoring of devices across enterprise environments.

• Perform advanced configuration, troubleshooting, and integration of Forescout with existing security tools, such as SIEM platforms or vulnerability management systems, to streamline security processes and improve threat detection and response.

• Provide subject‑matter expertise on Forescout technologies, including device classification, profiling, and policy development, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to implement proactive security measures.

• Apply DISA STIGs, SCAP/SCC tools, and RMF procedures to ensure systems comply with government standards.

• Assist in creating, enhancing, and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs) and other documentation to support audits and accreditation efforts.

• Design and implement scalable cybersecurity solutions while identifying areas for improvement.

• Participate in planning, collaboration, and focused teams to promote rapid problem‑solving and innovation.

• Work with technical teams to ensure robust defenses and system protections, providing real‑time alert/dashboard tuning.

• Deliver high‑quality customer service, collaborating with users, partners, and stakeholders at all levels of leadership.

Education/Equivalent Training

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information assurance, computer science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.

Experience: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT, or information assurance roles.

Practical expertise in the following:

• Red Hat Linux & Windows Server Administration (2+ years).

• Cybersecurity Tools: 2+ years of Forescout, SIEM (Elastic Search, Splunk preferred).

• Compliance:
  Experience using DISA STIGs, RMF procedures, and SCAP/SCC tools (4+ years).

• Scripting:
  Familiarity with Power Shell, Python, or BASH.

• Certificates:
  Experience with TLS/SSL certificate implementation.

• Other Tools/Tech: VMware ESXi, Net App SAN storage, and Apache Kafka/Confluent (nice to have).

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset to troubleshoot and develop innovative solutions.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentations and documentation.

• Experience interacting with senior military and government leadership.

• Collaborative and highly organized, with strong teamwork and time management capabilities.

• Self‑motivated with the ability to stay updated on emerging cybersecurity trends and technologies.

Must possess the appropriate baseline certification(s) to achieve a minimum of DoD 8570.01‑M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II (i.e., CompTIA Security+ CE) prior to start. Will need to obtain an additional computing environment certification within six months of hire based on position designation. (i.e., CEH, CCNA‑Security, CND, etc.). Candidate may have further discussions with the program’s Cyber Security Manager for more details.

When 8140 requirements are implemented on program/contract, employees will need to conform to 8140 certification standards.

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