Sr Information Security Advisor /AWS (Secret Cleared)

Position Overview Information Security Analyst Senior Advisor. The role focuses on securing law enforcement information systems, integrating on‑premises and cloud security, and ensuring compliance with FISMA, NIST, and other applicable standards. Secret clearance required. Responsibilities Perform all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information assets and threat detection/prevention systems. Integrate and correlate logs from firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security tools to provide holistic situational awareness. Mentor the IT services team to strengthen the organization’s cybersecurity posture. Monitor systems using tools such as Splunk Enterprise Security and identify security issues for remediation. Provide information assurance project management, oversee technical security staff, and develop mission‑critical technical documents. Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST SP 800‑53, and state/federal agency standards. Conduct internal audits using tools like Nessus to identify vulnerabilities and validate compliance. Design and implement security controls in AWS GovCloud and secure on‑prem environments; maintain secure Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies and manage roles using AWS IAM or Okta. Enforce secure data handling practices and monitor access to sensitive or classified data repositories. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a government or law enforcement environment. Comprehensive knowledge of data security administration principles, on‑premises and cloud environments, domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures. Understanding of firewall theory and configuration. Knowledge of NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP compliance standards. Preferred certifications: ISACA CISA, (ISC)² CISSP, CEH, CCSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty. Security Clearance Must currently possess Secret clearance and be able to obtain Secret clearance. U.S. citizenship required. Location & Work Arrangement Hybrid work location: USA, VA Fairfax. Telecommuting options available. Compensation Likely salary range: $140,250 - $189,750, based on experience and location. Benefits 401(k) with company match and comprehensive health and wellness packages. Paid vacation and holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave. Short- and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death, and dismemberment coverage. Professional growth opportunities, including paid education and certifications. Equal Opportunity Employer GDIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr