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Cybersecurity Infrastructure Administrator
Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Cybersecurity Infrastructure Administrator at GDIT. Technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.
Responsibilities Configuration and Optimization
Collaborate with cybersecurity stakeholders to define and implement effective configurations for boundary infrastructure and network access control solutions.
Customize and optimize alert rules, correlation searches, and detection mechanisms to align with security requirements and organizational objectives.
Work with other Cybersecurity Engineering team members and end users to gather requirements, perform troubleshooting, and provide assistance as needed.
Integrate cyber tools with a variety of legacy data sources.
Maintenance and Support
Conduct routine maintenance tasks, such as software updates, patches, and performance tuning, to ensure reliability and efficiency of cybersecurity systems.
Provide timely support and troubleshooting assistance for IDS/IPS, firewalls, Security Onion, and other boundary/sensor technologies, collaborating with vendors or higher-level support as necessary.
Perform regular system audits and health checks to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, or performance issues, and implement corrective actions.
Provide occasional presentations of tool capabilities to leadership.
Policy Development and Compliance
Develop and enforce configuration standards, security policies, and operational procedures for cybersecurity systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Monitor compliance with security policies and regulations through audits, assessments, and reporting activities, taking corrective actions to address deviations or gaps.
Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to streamline regulatory compliance efforts and demonstrate adherence to security standards.
Integration and Automation
Integrate cybersecurity systems with other security controls, data sources, and IT infrastructure components to create a cohesive security ecosystem.
Develop and maintain automation scripts, playbooks, and workflows within boundary-related platforms to automate routine tasks, orchestrate incident response processes, and enhance operational efficiency.
Explore opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement by leveraging automation, orchestration, and emerging technologies.
Training and Knowledge Sharing
Provide training sessions and document processes to empower internal teams with the knowledge and skills required to effectively utilize cybersecurity systems.
Share expertise, best practices, and lessons learned with colleagues through formal and informal channels, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Certification:
Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 certification.
Experience:
5+ years of related experience in cybersecurity administration, with a focus on configuring, managing, and troubleshooting firewalls.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Linux environments, system administration tasks, and shell scripting.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and best practices for configuring and tuning security tools.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in firewall technologies, IPS & IDS technologies, and tap infrastructure.
Desired Skills:
Prior CENTCOM/COCOM experience.
Strong background in general networking technology.
Experience with Next‑Gen Firewalls/Next‑Gen IPS.
Linux experience.
Experience with packet capture and analysis (Wireshark).
Continuous improvement mindset.
Security clearance level: TS/SCI clearance required.
US citizenship required.
What GDIT Can Offer
Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
Support: Internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401(k) with company match, competitive pay, and paid time off.
Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace.
Salary Range The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. Compensation will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements and may vary.
Benefits Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes medical, dental, vision plans, health savings accounts, 401(k) with pre‑ and post‑tax contributions and company match, paid flex work weeks where possible, and leave for vacation, sick, personal, holidays, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty. Additional offerings such as short and long‑term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, and business travel insurance are available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to stay competitive.
About GDIT We are GDIT, a global technology and professional services company delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community.
Join Our Talent Community Stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at https://gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Responsibilities Configuration and Optimization
Collaborate with cybersecurity stakeholders to define and implement effective configurations for boundary infrastructure and network access control solutions.
Customize and optimize alert rules, correlation searches, and detection mechanisms to align with security requirements and organizational objectives.
Work with other Cybersecurity Engineering team members and end users to gather requirements, perform troubleshooting, and provide assistance as needed.
Integrate cyber tools with a variety of legacy data sources.
Maintenance and Support
Conduct routine maintenance tasks, such as software updates, patches, and performance tuning, to ensure reliability and efficiency of cybersecurity systems.
Provide timely support and troubleshooting assistance for IDS/IPS, firewalls, Security Onion, and other boundary/sensor technologies, collaborating with vendors or higher-level support as necessary.
Perform regular system audits and health checks to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, or performance issues, and implement corrective actions.
Provide occasional presentations of tool capabilities to leadership.
Policy Development and Compliance
Develop and enforce configuration standards, security policies, and operational procedures for cybersecurity systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Monitor compliance with security policies and regulations through audits, assessments, and reporting activities, taking corrective actions to address deviations or gaps.
Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to streamline regulatory compliance efforts and demonstrate adherence to security standards.
Integration and Automation
Integrate cybersecurity systems with other security controls, data sources, and IT infrastructure components to create a cohesive security ecosystem.
Develop and maintain automation scripts, playbooks, and workflows within boundary-related platforms to automate routine tasks, orchestrate incident response processes, and enhance operational efficiency.
Explore opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement by leveraging automation, orchestration, and emerging technologies.
Training and Knowledge Sharing
Provide training sessions and document processes to empower internal teams with the knowledge and skills required to effectively utilize cybersecurity systems.
Share expertise, best practices, and lessons learned with colleagues through formal and informal channels, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Certification:
Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 certification.
Experience:
5+ years of related experience in cybersecurity administration, with a focus on configuring, managing, and troubleshooting firewalls.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Linux environments, system administration tasks, and shell scripting.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and best practices for configuring and tuning security tools.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in firewall technologies, IPS & IDS technologies, and tap infrastructure.
Desired Skills:
Prior CENTCOM/COCOM experience.
Strong background in general networking technology.
Experience with Next‑Gen Firewalls/Next‑Gen IPS.
Linux experience.
Experience with packet capture and analysis (Wireshark).
Continuous improvement mindset.
Security clearance level: TS/SCI clearance required.
US citizenship required.
What GDIT Can Offer
Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
Support: Internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401(k) with company match, competitive pay, and paid time off.
Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace.
Salary Range The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. Compensation will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements and may vary.
Benefits Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes medical, dental, vision plans, health savings accounts, 401(k) with pre‑ and post‑tax contributions and company match, paid flex work weeks where possible, and leave for vacation, sick, personal, holidays, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty. Additional offerings such as short and long‑term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, and business travel insurance are available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to stay competitive.
About GDIT We are GDIT, a global technology and professional services company delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community.
Join Our Talent Community Stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at https://gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
#J-18808-Ljbffr