Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an IT Security Analyst ( Security Systems & Operations) supporting The United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General (OIG). GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. You will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. An IT Security Analyst ( Security Systems & Operations) will have a primary focus working as a team member of the IT Security Office. This team is responsible for protecting the information and assets within the OIG’s information technology infrastructure. The OIG’s information resources are sensitive assets and are critical in the performance of its mission; therefore, information security services help safeguard the information resources entrusted to the OIG.
HOW AN IT SECURITY ANALYST (SECURITY SYSTEMS & OPERATIONS) WILL MAKE AN IMPACT :
- Manages and administers a wide range of security systems and tools :
Administers cloud-based security tools such as, Azure Security Center (Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure WAF, Defender for Identity, Privileged Identity Manager); Microsoft 365Security Suite (Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Application Security, Protection Portal); Microsoft Security and Compliance Center; Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune); multi-factor authentication (MFA); web content filtering; and secure document sharing and collaboration solutions.
Responsible for primary or alternate management of all IT Security systems including patch management, upgrades, integration engineering, and reporting.Executes security related operational activities :Manages security incident detection, response, remediation.
Conducts cyber threat and vulnerability analysis and remediation.Develops security metrics and manages reporting and compliance.Serves as Incident Response Team member.Supports operational implementation of FISMA / NIST standards and industry best practices.Operates cloud-based security tools such as, Azure Security Center (Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure WAF, Defender for Identity, Privileged Identity Manager); Microsoft 365Security Suite (Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Application Security, Protection Portal); Microsoft Security and Compliance Center; Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune); multi-factor authentication (MFA); web content filtering; and secure document sharing and collaboration solutions.Manages IT Security awareness training program in coordination with the Learning Management team, to including developing and delivering IT Security awareness training modules.Manages Password Management system in coordination with Service Desk.Responds to IT Security trouble tickets generated by customers and IT staff. Identifies solutions, works with customer and OCIO team to execute solutions, and manages ticket input, updates, and resolution in the OCIO ticketing system to maintain service level agreements.Supports Security Engineering and tech solution support and expertise :Identifies security risks and recommends risk mitigation strategies.
Reviews new and existing systems to ensure baseline security requirements are met and to recommend security enhancements.Develops security architecture and technical solutions for security products.Collaborates with staff from OCIO and other business components to develop security controls and solutions for complex business systems and applications.Develops and executes project plans to engineer, construct, deploy, and monitor / manage IT Security infrastructure solutions.Demonstrates in-depth understanding of security requirements associated with cloud- hosted environments, services, and solutions.Evaluates, recommends, and implements security controls associated with cloud-hosted environments, services, and solutions.Evaluates, recommends, and implements security controls for mobile device solutions.WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED :
Education :
BA / BS in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related fieldSANS GIAC, ISC2 certification(s) (or equivalent)Desired Microsoft Certification(s) : Azure Security Engineer Associate, Security Operation Analyst Associate, Identify and Access Administrator Associate, Information Protection Administrator AssociateRequired Experience :
7 years of specialized IT experience with at least 5 years in IT securityRequired Skills and Abilities :
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to configure, manage, and administer :Cloud-based security tools such as, Azure Security Center (Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure WAF, Defender for Identity, Privileged Identity Manager)
Microsoft 365 Security Suite (Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Application Security, Protection Portal)Microsoft Security and Compliance Center; Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune)Multi-factor authentication (MFA)Web content filteringSecure document sharing and collaboration solutionsSkill and ability in executing Security Operations including incident detection, identification, management, response, and reportingDemonstrated experience in incident response and managementDemonstrated experience building policies and preparing briefings to explain security programs and requirements to senior executivesSkill and ability to provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical information technology security issuesSkill and ability to assess risk factors and advise on vulnerability to attack from a variety of sources and procedures for protection of systems and applications.Knowledge and skill in implementing FISMA, NIST, OMB guidelines, and other Federal regulations and guidanceDemonstrated experience interpreting and implementing FISMA / NIST requirements focused on the operational implementation and documentation of those requirements.Proficient knowledge of security controls for cloud-hosted environments, applications, and services.Demonstrated experience developing System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, Continuous Monitoring Plans, and Plans of Action & MilestonesAbility to ensure coordination and collaboration on security activitiesAbility to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with management and other technical specialistsAbility to plan, organize and manage tasks on time with minimal supervisionSecurity Clearance Level :
Must currently possess an active Secret security clearanceThis position has a U.S. residency requirement.The USPS security clearance process requires the selected candidate to have resided in the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for the last five years as follows : U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 6 months consecutively in the last 3 years (unless they meet certain exceptions).Location :
RemoteMust reside within driving distance of Arlington, VA to report to the office on an as needed basis.GDIT IS YOUR PLACE :
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidaysGDITCareers #ITSecurity #Azure #xuy1028
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $128,666 - $174,078. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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About Our Work
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 over 50 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Salary : $128,666 - $174,078
