Job Description

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: Digital Forensic Investigations, Incident Response Management, SIEM Tools Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description Transform technology into opportunity as an Incident Response SOC Analyst at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career. The F-35 Lightning II Program is the Department of Defense's focal point for defining affordable next generation strike aircraft weapon systems for the Navy, Air Force, Marines, and our allies. The F-35 will bring cutting-edge technologies to the battlespace of the future. The JSFs advanced airframe, autonomic logistics, avionics, propulsion systems, stealth, and firepower will ensure that the F-35 is the most affordable, lethal, supportable and survivable aircraft ever to be used by so many warfighters across the globe.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As an Incident Response SOC Analyst , the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our Cybersecurity team on the F-35 Lightning II Program. Monitor and triage alerts from SIEM , EDR , IDS/IPS , and other security tools to identify suspicious activity. Perform initial investigation and classification of security incidents; elevate when necessary. Coordinate and orchestrate incident response efforts: containment, eradication, recovery, and documentation. Support digital forensic investigations , including evidence collection, preservation, and basic analysis. Provide regular status updates when conducting forensics. Provide a written report at the conclusion of each forensics examination. Reports will include, at a minimum, the following information (a template and standard operating procedures will be made available on site to provide additional guidance): Case File Number Computer Name User Name, File Names, etc. Background Investigation Details Status/Disposition Recommendations Prepare and present forensic findings in the form of briefings and/or reports, to government leads and managers as required Review logs and telemetry from endpoints, firewalls, servers, and cloud platforms to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs). Collaborate with IT and security teams to apply mitigation actions such as patching, blocking IPs, and adjusting configurations. Participate in post-incident reviews (PIRs) and help implement improvements to detection and response capabilities. Contribute to the development and maintenance of SOC playbooks , runbooks , and response procedures. Assist with Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) monitoring and IOC enrichment. Continuously improve knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, threat actor TTPs (MITRE ATT&CK), and forensic methodologies Handle sensitive file transfers IAW DoD Policies and procedures Query the classified network for any new vulnerabilities or weaknesses discovered by higher level commands that affect the status of the unclassified network

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. Our Incident Response SOC Analyst must have: Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance. Required Experience: 5 years of foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, such as incident handling lifecycle, threat intelligence, and basic to intermediate forensics. Familiarity with security tools (SIEM, EDR, SOAR, threat intel feeds) and basic incident response workflows. Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g., MDE, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender, SentinelOne), and basic SOAR concepts. Experience with incident response tooling, digital forensics, and evidence handling. Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach. Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear incident reports, documentation and manuals. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and participate in on-call rotations (as needed). Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in cybersecurity. Required Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CEH, SANS GCIH, GIAC GCIA, or equivalent Education: BS degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Work Location: Hybrid - onsite in Arlington, VA + remote. US Citizenship Required WHAT WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE (Desired) Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and common attacker techniques. Familiarity with cloud security concepts (AWS/Azure/GCP) and cloud incident response considerations. Scripting or automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) a plus.

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 Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home. Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation. The likely salary range for this position is $121,680 - $143,750. 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 None Telecommuting Options Onsite Work Location USA VA Arlington 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 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans gdit.com/tc #J-18808-Ljbffr General Dynamics Information Technology

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