Information Assurance (IA) Analyst

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RQ220109

MacDill

AFB, FL, US

Category Information Technology Employment Type Full Time Business Unit GDIT Apply Now At

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Responsibilities for this

Position Location:

USA FL MacDill AFB Full Part/Time:

Full time

Job Req:

RQ220109

Type of Requisition:

Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to

Obtain:

Secret Public Trust/Other Required:

None Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Information System Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM),

Security Software Certifications:

None Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes Job Description:

As an Information Assurance (IA) Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting an organization's data, systems, and networks by ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad). Our work depends on an IA Analyst joining our team to assess risks, enforce security policies, and maintain compliance with government and industry standards. You will be responsible for risk management, vulnerability assessments, compliance monitoring, security documentation, and incident response, supporting the organization's mission to maintain a secure and resilient IT environment.

HOW AN INFORMATION ASSURANCE

(IA)

ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Performs Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to obtain and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) for systems. Conducts vulnerability assessments using tools such as Nessus, Nmap, or ACAS to identify and remediate security gaps. Integrates security solutions into developing information system environments, ensuring secure system architecture throughout the SDLC. Develops and technically executes remediation strategies and corrective courses of action for vulnerabilities identified during risk assessments or continuous monitoring. Collaborates with development and information security staff to provide technical artifacts, system diagrams, and engineering documentation required for Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities Monitors compliance with standards such as

NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI

1254, and FISMA to ensure systems meet regulatory requirements. Maintains and updates System Security Plans (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) documentation. Participates in incident response activities to detect, report, and mitigate security incidents. Utilizes key security tools including eMASS, ACAS, Nessus, Nmap, Burpsuite, HBSS, Splunk, and Tanium.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Education:

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer engineering, or a related IT field.

Experience:

3+ years of experience in IT security, particularly within DoD or government environments.

Certifications:

DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II or III certifications required (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CAP, CASP+).

Security Clearance Level:

Active Secret or Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance is required.

Skills and Abilities:

Technical proficiency in securely deploying, hardening, and integrating commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and Open-Source Software (OSS) tools. Hands-on engineering experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) GovCloud, including configuring cloud-native security services and secure network architectures. Deep technical understanding of data, application, and networking technologies. This includes encryption protocols, boundary defense, and identity management. Ability to engineer and implement technical solutions that satisfy National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. Proficiency with automated vulnerability scanning tools, secure configuration management, and technical risk mitigation. Hands-on experience with DevSecOps methodologies, including securing CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automated deployment models.

Location:

Customer Site (Tampa, FL).

Citizenship Required:

US Citizenship

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

Community:

Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission. The likely salary range for this position is $85,000 - $115,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite Work Location:

USA FL MacDill AFB Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at

GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-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. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc . Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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