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Position Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Technical Expert to join our team, providing exceptional support, research, and analysis for complex cybersecurity challenges. This role involves serving as a technical authority within the Cybersecurity Assessment Program, offering strategic direction and innovative solutions to intricate problems. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical knowledge and demonstrate outstanding written and oral communication skills.
This position is located in our USA VA Fort Belvoir -- USAVAFOR1 office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. "Preferred work location is one of our CGI offices in the Northern Capital Region; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Personnel shall be available to periodically support meetings at (Fort Belvoir, VA) or other places of performance in the Washington, DC metropolitan area."
Your future duties and responsibilities
Provides expert support, research and analysis of exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to them. Serves as technical expert to the Cybersecurity Assessment Program providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives to complex problems. Thinks independently and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications skills. Applies advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles, concepts, and methodologies. Works on unusually complex technical problems and provides highly innovative and ingenious solutions. Recommends cybersecurity software tools and assists in the development of software tool requirements and selection criteria to include the development of product specific STIGs from applicable DISA SRGs. Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Develops advanced technological ideas and guides their development into a final product. Expertise is in the area of cybersecurity and evaluations.
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Additional Qualifications:
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
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Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com. You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Technical Expert to join our team, providing exceptional support, research, and analysis for complex cybersecurity challenges. This role involves serving as a technical authority within the Cybersecurity Assessment Program, offering strategic direction and innovative solutions to intricate problems. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical knowledge and demonstrate outstanding written and oral communication skills.
This position is located in our USA VA Fort Belvoir -- USAVAFOR1 office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. "Preferred work location is one of our CGI offices in the Northern Capital Region; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Personnel shall be available to periodically support meetings at (Fort Belvoir, VA) or other places of performance in the Washington, DC metropolitan area."
Your future duties and responsibilities
Provides expert support, research and analysis of exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to them. Serves as technical expert to the Cybersecurity Assessment Program providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives to complex problems. Thinks independently and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications skills. Applies advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles, concepts, and methodologies. Works on unusually complex technical problems and provides highly innovative and ingenious solutions. Recommends cybersecurity software tools and assists in the development of software tool requirements and selection criteria to include the development of product specific STIGs from applicable DISA SRGs. Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Develops advanced technological ideas and guides their development into a final product. Expertise is in the area of cybersecurity and evaluations.
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
- Seven (7) years IT experience
- Five (5) years IA experience
- Three (3) years of experience with DOD Vulnerability Management System
- Required to possess a DOD SECRET Clearance and be eligible for an IT-II upon assignment.
- DISA FSO certified CCRI Team Lead and certification in penetration testing, such as:
- Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT)
- Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Global Information Assurance Certification Penetration Tester (GPEN)
- Certification is required for this position.
- IA Technical (IAT)/IA Management (IAM) Level: IAT Level II
- IA Baseline Certification: Attachment_3_DOD 8570 Approved Baseline
- CE/OS Certificate: Attachment_4_DLA Approved CS CE List_v28_20230221. Certification must be
- Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority.
Additional Qualifications:
- Proven proficiency performing CCRI/ vulnerability assessment/ penetration testing on networks, databases, computer applications and IT frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving security issues.
- Strong skills implementing and configuring networks and networks components.
- Command Cyber Readiness Inspection certification in at least one of the following areas:
- Retina scan analysis
- Operating Systems (Windows, Unix)
- Boundary defense (network policy, router, firewall)
- Internal defense (L2 switch, L3 switch)
- DNS (policy, BIND/Windows)
- HBSS (remote console, AV, ABM, PA, HIPS, ePO)
- Traditional security (Common, Basic, NCV, SCV)
- Wireless communications (BES, handhelds)
- Tenable Certified NESSUS Auditor, IAM level III and IAT level II certifications
- Knowledge and understanding of DOD security regulations, DISA STIGs.
- Strong knowledge of SCAP
- Strong knowledge of RMF
- Excellent knowledge of and proficiency with:
- VULNERATOR
- USCYBERCOM CTO Compliance Program
- Wireless vulnerability assessment
- Web Services (IIS, Apache, Proxy)
- Database (SQL Server, Oracle)
- Email Services (Exchange)
- Vulnerability Scans (NESSUS, SCCM)
- Knowledge of Phishing exercises
- USB Detect
- Physical Security
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive insurance options
- Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
- Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Wellness and Well-being programs
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#CGIdaicareers
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com. You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
