Cybersecurity Information Security Assessor

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Provide integrated cybersecurity and systems engineering support for cloud collaboration services delivered to DoD customers .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $127,500 - $172,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity and systems engineering for cloud collaboration services, particularly within DoD environments. Proficient in Azure architecture, incident response coordination, and compliance with RMF/ATO processes.

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Azure Virtual Machine ManagementRMF/ATO ProcessesIncident Response CoordinationSecurity+ CE CertificationDISA STIGs Implementation

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Hard Skills

CybersecuritySystems EngineeringOS HardeningAzure Automation RunbooksVulnerability ScanningSecure Architecture DesignPerformance TuningBaseline ConfigurationIdentity And Access ManagementZero Trust Principles

Soft Skills

Consultative Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AzureDISA STIGsEMASSGDIT Security PracticesISO 27001

Certifications & Qualifications

8570 IAT Level II CertificationSecurity+ CECCNA SecurityCySA+GICSPGSECSSCP

Industry Keywords

DoDDISACloud Computing SRGRisk Management FrameworkATO Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide integrated cybersecurity and systems engineering support for cloud collaboration services delivered to DoD customers
Design, document, and maintain secure architectures for DEOS services hosted in Azure
Build, configure, and administer Azure Virtual Machines
Perform OS hardening, patching, baseline configuration, and performance tuning
Develop, maintain, and operate Azure Automation Runbooks for secure operations and compliance
Advise engineering and operations teams on secure design patterns, Zero Trust, identity and access management, and boundary protections
Support DISA/DoD Risk Management Framework and ATO activities
Maintain RMF/ATO artifacts, including SSP, SAR, POA&M, diagrams, and implementation statements
Map and implement DISA STIGs, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and eMASS controls
Identify and communicate security risks and compliance gaps, recommending mitigations
Coordinate incident response for DEOS security and operational incidents
Participate in incident triage, technical analysis, root-cause investigations, containment, eradication, and recovery
Update runbooks, playbooks, detection rules, and hardening baselines based on lessons learned
Engage with GDIT, DEOS, and DISA security, engineering, and operations stakeholders
Provide briefings and technical input to change boards, engineering reviews, and security forums
Support DISA/DoD data calls, audits, inspections, and technical reviews
Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, runbook catalogs, incident response playbooks, and RMF artifacts
Align activities with GDIT security practices, DEOS governance, and ISO 27001 expectations
Improve automation, monitoring, and repeatable processes for security, reliability, and operational efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree; an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
Minimum of an active Secret security clearance
Current 8570 IAT Level II certification required: Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP
6+ years of related experience
Experience as a security engineer or systems engineer supporting DoD or DISA programs, including hands-on work with production systems
Demonstrated Azure experience, including deploying and managing Azure Virtual Machines, secure configurations, patching, monitoring, and Azure Automation Runbooks
Experience with RMF/ATO processes, DoD RMF, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, DISA STIGs, vulnerability scanning, and associated documentation
Experience participating in or coordinating incident response for complex systems
Strong consultative communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders
US citizenship required
Ability to work 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA
DoW 8570/8140 baseline certification at the appropriate level desired
Microsoft Azure certifications and/or Microsoft 365 security/collaboration experience desired
Prior DISA or enterprise DoD collaboration/cloud program experience desired
Experience with large, distributed operations teams and SOCs in a 24x7 mission environment desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401(k) with company match
Competitive pay
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
Full flex work weeks where possible
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Internal mobility team supporting career goals
Award-winning culture of innovation
Military-friendly workplace