Information Systems Security Engineer - TS/SCI required

General Dynamics Information Technology
Reston, VA
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Pipeline
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description

Transform technology into opportunity as an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an ISSE, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

HOW A ISSE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

  • Responsible for supporting Engineering and Operations network solutions and strategic adherence to all aspects of the Information Assurance (IA) program as stipulated by various U.S. Government requirements including (but not limited to): Director of Central Intelligence Directives (DCID), IC Directive (ICD) 503 and associated NIST publications.
  • Preparation of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documents and procedures. Interface with other IA team members, other security disciplines (industrial security, physical security, special programs security, etc.), program personnel, and Government security representatives.
  • Assists ISSO guiding the SDP program thru RMF process expediting control implementation/policy creation to achieve/maintain 3-year ATO
  • Maintains system eMASS records, uploads artifacts, updates security controls, and initiates workflow for steps in RMF process.
  • Validate weekly patching complete and scans results reviewed.
  • Ensure STIG Compliance SOP is sustained on testing guidance for SDP teams
  • Reviews and analyze system implementation plans.
  • Identified corrective actions/mitigation strategies to achieve/sustain RMF compliance.
  • Validates STIG development/implementation. Ensure all STIGS/scans sustained IAW SOP. Includes validation and IssueTrak monitoring
  • Develop/maintain Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M) which account for confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
  • experience with the Xacta application.alidate all Assessment Procedures (i.e. security controls) test results reported with proper justification.
  • Validate Reported False Positives. If ACAS findings, create ticket, notify ACAS team, and coordinate to submit ticket.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Education: Bachelor of Science Degree, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience. Minimum 10 years of cyber/information assurance experience.
  • Preferred Skillset/Experience:
    • Progressively responsible information assurance experience in ICD 503 certification and accreditation.
    • Experience with NIST Special Publication 800-37 Revision 1, Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal Information Systems‟, Committee on National Security Systems Instructions (CNSSI) 1253, and NIST SP 800- 53 Revisions 3 and 4, SP800-39, SP 800-30.
    • Demonstrated experience in transitioning applications to IC Information Technology Environment (ITE) and in-depth knowledge of IC ITE services.
    • Experience with the Xacta application.
    • Strong written and oral communication skills.
    • Ability to multi-task and shift with changing priorities and projects.
  • Clearance Level: TS/SCI
  • Required Certification(s):
    • Candidate must meet DoD 8570 for ISSE Role: CISM, CISSO, FITSP-M, GCIA, GCSA, GCIH, GSLC, GICSP, CISSP-ISSMP or CISSP.
  • Additional :
    • Candidates must be willing and able to attain a CI Polygraph.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

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

Certification

CISSP - ISC2 - ISC2

Travel Required

None

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Posted 2026-02-05

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