Cyber/IT Governance Senior Manager

General Dynamics Information Technology
Herndon, VA
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to be at the center of GDIT’s business operations. Make an impact by collaborating across functions to make mission success achievable.

Job Description

Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Cyber/IT Governance Sr Manager at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Cyber/IT Governance Security Sr Manager, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission. You will play a crucial role in maturing the Governance Framework at GDIT.
● Lead/Manage/Support Cyber and IT functions in support of the Governance Framework
● Collaborate with all core GDIT corporate functions
● Drive risk and compliance outcomes for the GDIT enterprise network
● Utilize deep understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management to ensure organizational accountability


WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Information Security Sr Manager must have:
● Education: Bachelor's degree required
● Experience: 10+ years of related experience
● Technical skills: Proven experience implementing and managing governance, risk, and compliance frameworks (ie. CMMC, ISO, or NIST)
● US Person
● Role requirements:

  • - Strategic thinking and the ability to align governance efforts with business goals.

  • - In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.

  • - Proficiency in tools and platforms related to cyber governance and risk management.

  • - Strong understanding of federal regulatory and compliance requirements across agencies.

  • - Ability to assess cybersecurity risks and implement controls to mitigate risks.

  • - Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • - Leadership and mentoring capabilities to guide and grow a team.

  • - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to articulate complex security issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • - Collaborative mindset to work with business units, senior executives, and external partners.

  • - Strong problem-solving capabilities.

● Preferred Skills:

  • Experience w/ government contracting or federal environment preferred
  • Experience w/ NIST 800-171, NIST 800-053 preferred

● Location: Hybrid to Falls Church or Herndon, VA office min 3+ days/week


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

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) | Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) - Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) | Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) - Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) - International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) | Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) - Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Posted 2026-05-12

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