Cyber Analyst Principal - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Job Description GDIT is seeking a highly skilled and multi‑faceted Cyber Analyst Principal for a critical contract role supporting a commercial cloud service provider's mission‑critical systems. This position requires the employee to report full time on site in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate is a proactive and seasoned professional with extensive, hands‑on experience navigating the Intel Community (IC) Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements for classified commercial cloud services and cross‑domain solutions. This role requires a unique blend of technical engineering prowess, security assessment and auditing skills, deep expertise in continuous monitoring, and the polish to communicate risk to executive leadership. You will be a key contributor to our Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program, supporting the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and Cyber Lead in ensuring the unyielding security and integrity of mission‑critical systems. Key Responsibilities RMF & Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Security Engineering & System Hardening Security Control Assessor (SCA) & Auditing Continuous Monitoring & GRC Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) execution for classified commercial cloud service offerings and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) through the entire respective IC RMF lifecycles to obtain and maintain the applicable authorizations. Assist in maintaining a comprehensive body of evidence for A&A packages. Support the monthly and overall IC Continuous Monitoring requirements. Work with security engineering to proactively identify and assess vulnerabilities related to scans, STIGs, security controls, etc. Support assessment preparation for security control audits, traditional security reviews, and formal inspections, including preparing for and executing IC assessments. Meticulously review artifacts, logs, and system configurations to ensure they provide sufficient evidence of compliance. Coordinate and/or participate in security testing and penetration testing activities to provide an independent validation of the system's security posture. Requirements Security clearance level: Must possess a current and active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Certifications: Must be DoW 8140 / 8570.01‑M compliant. Education: BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree. Experience: 5+ years of related experience. Location: Onsite in McLean, VA. Expert‑level knowledge of the complete NIST SP 800 series (especially 800‑37, 800‑53, 800‑30) and risk management principles. Progressive experience in information assurance and cybersecurity roles. Direct, hands‑on experience as an ISSO or ISSM, with a proven track record of successfully supporting ATO for classified systems under ICD 503 policies. Extensive, hands‑on experience navigating the IC RMF requirements for classified commercial cloud services and cross‑domain solutions. Desired Qualifications Certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional). Benefits The likely salary range for this position is $124,093 - $166,750. Salary is based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Our benefits package for all U.S.-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre‑ and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. Equal Opportunity Employment Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr