[Hiring] Cybersecurity Analyst Associate @General Dynamics Information Technology

Role Description

CYBERSECURITY ANALYST ASSOCIATE (Part-Time)

Our people are our business. We pride ourselves on the work our innovators do to support and secure some of the most complex computing and research projects across the world. The Alabama Supercomputer Authority (ASA) team in Huntsville is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst Associate to join our mission in securing state-wide high-performance computing (HPC) and the statewide education network infrastructure.

How You'll Make this Opportunity Your Own:

• Help ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of one of the most powerful computing environments in the state.
• Work side-by-side with our environment team to understand the principles, methods, and tools for evaluating information systems security features against a set of specified requirements.
• Develop consulting skills, gather and research data, and contribute to the creation of deliverables that protect our high-performance research clusters and statewide education network infrastructure.

Tasks you will be responsible for:

• Engage with HPC Security:
  • Assist in protecting high-value compute nodes by learning how to manage encryption, secure access, and maintain the integrity of supercomputing fabrics.
• Engage with Systems Security:
  • Assist in protecting the systems supporting the program operations by learning how to review scans, identify vulnerabilities, recommend remediations, and document the environment for security assessments.
• Support SOC Efforts:
  • Work side-by-side with SOC analysts to monitor logs, identify anomalies, and learn how to manage Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) using SIEM tools.
• Research & Propose Solutions:
  • Collaborate with a team of peers to research and propose solutions to current cybersecurity challenges, such as vulnerability management and automated patch tracking.
• Interact with Program Leaders:
  • Gain exposure to ASA program leadership and participate in mentoring circles led by early career champions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cyber Security, or other technical fields.
• Basic level Linux or Windows administration experience.
• Cyber Security educational or work experience.

Requirements

• Possess or pursuing a certification in the field of cyber security (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, or Information Assurance, AWS).
• Basic knowledge of the hardware and software used in High-Performance Computing (HPC) or enterprise data centers.
• Basic understanding of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) or Vulnerability Management (scanning and patching).
• Demonstrated decision-making skills and a desire to learn how security policies are implemented at scale.

Benefits

• 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.

Company Description

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

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. 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.