Cyber Security Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer

GDIT has an exciting opportunity to support the Security Assistance Group - Ukraine (SAG-U) as a member of our Enterprise Mission Information Technology Services (EMITS) program supporting U.S. Army Europe and Africa's (USAREUR-AF) mission in Wiesbaden, Germany.

The Cybersecurity Engineer ensures the security posture of SAG-U's mission and enterprise networks by applying DISA STIGs, mitigating vulnerabilities, and implementing technical cybersecurity controls across all systems. As a member of the J6 Cyber Division (J62), the engineer plays a critical role in preventing cyber incidents, supporting accreditation efforts, and enabling secure mission operations.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Cybersecurity Engineer at GDIT, you will help protect critical military networks and ensure operational continuity by applying cutting-edge cyber defense tools, maintaining compliance, and guiding system owners on secure practices.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Apply DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to mission systems, servers, and network devices
• Conduct ACAS vulnerability scans and collaborate with administrators to ensure timely remediation
• Support RMF control implementation and artifact development
• Participate in architecture reviews, providing recommendations for secure configuration and boundary defense
• Review firewall and router configurations, access control lists (ACLs), and network filtering to ensure security compliance
• Collaborate with Change Management and Operations to ensure secure-by-design deployments and patch schedules
• Designs, develops, and recommends integrated security system and physical control solutions that will ensure proprietary/confidential data and systems are protected.
• Assist IA team in established Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) process using a risk mitigation framework (RMF) across the design lifecycle for classified systems obtaining and maintaining Interim Authorization to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC) and Authorization to Operate (ATO).
• Offers technical engineering services for the support of integrated security systems and solutions, managing information-related risks effectively.
• Works closely with the client during the strategic design process to translate security and business requirements into actionable technical designs.
• Develop comprehensive system test plans (STP) to assess the security posture of the information systems.
• Analyze scan results and security findings to prioritize remediation efforts and implement corrective measures.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: Bachelor Degree in an area applicable to this position
• Experience: 8+ years of related experience
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with DISA ACAS (Tenable.sc), STIG Viewer, SCAP tools; Hands-on experience with secure baseline development and system hardening; Ability to analyze IAVAs, CVEs, and vendor bulletins to assess applicability to supported systems
• Clearance: Active DoD TS/SCI clearance required
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required
• ROLE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work closely with system administrators, network engineers, and ISSM/ISSO staff; Strong understanding of boundary defense and enclave-level cybersecurity principles; Familiarity with multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Palo Alto, Microsoft, etc.); Knowledge of patch management tools and endpoint protection strategies
• CERTIFICATIONS: Required: IAT Level II certification (e.g. Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+); Preferred: CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience supporting DoD or Army RMF accreditation efforts; Experience as an ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, or Security Controls Assessor; Experience with SIEM tools, HBSS, or firewall policy auditing; Ability to draft technical documentation for cyber compliance

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
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

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