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Senior Information Assurance Security Engineer (Tactical Networks - CANES) | Act
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Overview
Transform technology into opportunity as a
Senior Information Assurance (IA) Security Engineer
with GDIT. A career in Security Engineering means connecting and hardening the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation-advancing Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and related Navy tactical network capabilities for NIWC Pacific (Codes 55131/55132/55133) in support of PMW-160 Tactical Networks. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on a Senior IA Security Engineer who can lead
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Authorization & Accreditation (A&A), harden virtualized/cloud network stacks, and drive compliance across ashore, afloat, subsurface, airborne, mobile, and joint environments. Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end
RMF
for CANES baselines; develop
IATT/ATO
packages in
eMASS ; maintain
SSP, SAP/SAR, POA&M, CONMON , IR/CM/CP/MA policies, and PPSM artifacts. Engineer secure architectures for
virtualized
(VMware/ESXi/NSX),
cloud/hosting ,
GPON ,
wireless , and mission transport; apply
DISA STIGs ,
ACAS / SCAP
scanning, IAVM remediation, and continuous monitoring. Provide IA guidance for
application integration
on CANES; align with
DoDAF ,
NESI/DISR ,
Net-Ready KPP , and program technical baselines. Support
Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) ,
TRRs , CCRI prep, and audit response; capture findings and remediation to preserve ATO conditions. Coordinate with
PEO C4I/PMW-160 , NIWC Pacific engineers, and Fleet stakeholders; brief risks, mitigation, and compliance status to IPTs/WIPTs and CCB/PTRB venues. Integrate with
Configuration Management
(e.g., CMPro) ensuring cyber posture is tied to approved hardware/software baselines. Mentor junior engineers; champion
DevSecOps
practices and STIG automation (e.g., Ansible) to accelerate secure deployments. What you’ll need to succeed (Required)
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance. Experience:
10+ years IA/cybersecurity engineering for enterprise or tactical networks, including RMF A&A and eMASS package development. 8+ years applying DISA SRGs/STIGs, ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, vulnerability management, and IAVM compliance; authoring SAP/SAR and managing POA&Ms. 5+ years securing virtualized environments (Windows/Linux hardening, AD/GPO, ESXi/NSX or comparable), and implementing enclave boundary protections (firewalls, IDS/IPS, TACLANE/VPN). Demonstrated support to Navy tactical networks (e.g., CANES-like programs), network operations, and assessment activities (TRR/DT/OT/CCRI). Certifications
(DoD 8140/8570): IAT-III or IAM-III baseline (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM); ability to obtain platform/tool-specific certs as assigned. Education: BS/BA in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. Equivalent experience may substitute per GDIT policy. Work Location: Onsite NIWC Pacific, San Diego, CA; limited travel; ability to work in classified labs and onboard ships/submarines/ground sites. Position Availability: Position is pending final contract award. US Citizenship Required What we’d love for you to have (Desired)
Prior support to PMW-160/NIWC Pacific tactical networks; familiarity with CANES, ADNS, or similar Navy programs. Hands-on with VMware (VCP), Red Hat (RHCSA/RHCE), Cisco (CCNP Security), Splunk/ELK, Kubernetes/containers, and STIG automation. Experience with GPON, QoS, wireless enclave security, SATCOM transport, and cross-domain/guard solutions. Direct participation in CCRI events, DTO/OT&E, and audit remediation. Knowledge of COMSEC/CMS, TEMPEST coordination, and Navy cybersecurity policy implementation across multi-domain enclaves. GDIT is your place
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth:
AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support:
An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards:
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility:
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home Community:
Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace Own your opportunity
Explore a career at GDIT and you\'ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work. The likely salary range for this position is $166,280 - $224,968. This is not a guarantee of compensation; salary will be set based on experience, location, and contractual requirements and could fall outside this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40 Travel Required:
10-25% Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid Work Location:
USA CA San Diego Additional Work Locations:
Any Location / Remote Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid family leave, and other offerings. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure competitiveness. 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 value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Join our Talent Community at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Transform technology into opportunity as a
Senior Information Assurance (IA) Security Engineer
with GDIT. A career in Security Engineering means connecting and hardening the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation-advancing Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and related Navy tactical network capabilities for NIWC Pacific (Codes 55131/55132/55133) in support of PMW-160 Tactical Networks. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on a Senior IA Security Engineer who can lead
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Authorization & Accreditation (A&A), harden virtualized/cloud network stacks, and drive compliance across ashore, afloat, subsurface, airborne, mobile, and joint environments. Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end
RMF
for CANES baselines; develop
IATT/ATO
packages in
eMASS ; maintain
SSP, SAP/SAR, POA&M, CONMON , IR/CM/CP/MA policies, and PPSM artifacts. Engineer secure architectures for
virtualized
(VMware/ESXi/NSX),
cloud/hosting ,
GPON ,
wireless , and mission transport; apply
DISA STIGs ,
ACAS / SCAP
scanning, IAVM remediation, and continuous monitoring. Provide IA guidance for
application integration
on CANES; align with
DoDAF ,
NESI/DISR ,
Net-Ready KPP , and program technical baselines. Support
Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) ,
TRRs , CCRI prep, and audit response; capture findings and remediation to preserve ATO conditions. Coordinate with
PEO C4I/PMW-160 , NIWC Pacific engineers, and Fleet stakeholders; brief risks, mitigation, and compliance status to IPTs/WIPTs and CCB/PTRB venues. Integrate with
Configuration Management
(e.g., CMPro) ensuring cyber posture is tied to approved hardware/software baselines. Mentor junior engineers; champion
DevSecOps
practices and STIG automation (e.g., Ansible) to accelerate secure deployments. What you’ll need to succeed (Required)
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance. Experience:
10+ years IA/cybersecurity engineering for enterprise or tactical networks, including RMF A&A and eMASS package development. 8+ years applying DISA SRGs/STIGs, ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, vulnerability management, and IAVM compliance; authoring SAP/SAR and managing POA&Ms. 5+ years securing virtualized environments (Windows/Linux hardening, AD/GPO, ESXi/NSX or comparable), and implementing enclave boundary protections (firewalls, IDS/IPS, TACLANE/VPN). Demonstrated support to Navy tactical networks (e.g., CANES-like programs), network operations, and assessment activities (TRR/DT/OT/CCRI). Certifications
(DoD 8140/8570): IAT-III or IAM-III baseline (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM); ability to obtain platform/tool-specific certs as assigned. Education: BS/BA in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. Equivalent experience may substitute per GDIT policy. Work Location: Onsite NIWC Pacific, San Diego, CA; limited travel; ability to work in classified labs and onboard ships/submarines/ground sites. Position Availability: Position is pending final contract award. US Citizenship Required What we’d love for you to have (Desired)
Prior support to PMW-160/NIWC Pacific tactical networks; familiarity with CANES, ADNS, or similar Navy programs. Hands-on with VMware (VCP), Red Hat (RHCSA/RHCE), Cisco (CCNP Security), Splunk/ELK, Kubernetes/containers, and STIG automation. Experience with GPON, QoS, wireless enclave security, SATCOM transport, and cross-domain/guard solutions. Direct participation in CCRI events, DTO/OT&E, and audit remediation. Knowledge of COMSEC/CMS, TEMPEST coordination, and Navy cybersecurity policy implementation across multi-domain enclaves. GDIT is your place
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth:
AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support:
An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards:
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility:
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home Community:
Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace Own your opportunity
Explore a career at GDIT and you\'ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work. The likely salary range for this position is $166,280 - $224,968. This is not a guarantee of compensation; salary will be set based on experience, location, and contractual requirements and could fall outside this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40 Travel Required:
10-25% Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid Work Location:
USA CA San Diego Additional Work Locations:
Any Location / Remote Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid family leave, and other offerings. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure competitiveness. 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 value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Join our Talent Community at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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