Full-Time

Information Security Analyst Advisor-Il6 – Azure Security Senior Engineers/ ATO/Tools

DC Metro Area

Posted on 12/6/2025

General Dynamics Information Technology

General Dynamics Information Technology

10,001+ employees

Government IT contractor delivering defense tech

Compensation Overview

$129.2k - $174.8k/yr

Washington, DC, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid work schedule; occasional travel less than 10%

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure (1)
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
Microsoft Azure
Python
Terraform
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in information systems security; master's degree or equivalent professional experience in information security is preferred
  • Active Secret clearance
  • 5+ years in cloud security, including 2+ in Azure Government or DoD environments
  • Strong knowledge of Azure-native security tools, IL6 data handling, and cloud networking
  • Proficient in scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) and Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform)
  • Experiences with DoD Security Requirements Guide (SRG), FedRAMP High, Joint Special Access Program Insider Threat (JSIG), and ICD 503 compliance frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with classified enclaves, hardened images, and enclave-to-enclave connectivity
  • Comprehensive knowledge of corporate Systems/Solutions Architecture processes and trends
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Secret Clearance to start
  • Knowledge of Agile software development process
  • Experience with SCAP, STIG, Patching, eMASS, and related RMF tools
  • Experience with gaining an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for systems and working the systems through the assessment and authorization process
  • Experience working with IP networking, networking protocols and understanding of security technologies including encryption, IPsec, PKI, VPNs, firewalls, proxy services, DNS, electronic email and access-control lists
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience working in Agile software development teams
  • Experience with secure development, coding and engineering practices
  • Experience with Cybersecurity, Information Security, and Information Technology Security processes, protocols, and procedures
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with Cloud Security
  • Experience working with leading firewall, network scanning and authentication technologies
  • Experience working with internet, web, application and network security techniques
  • Experience in Agile methodology
  • Experience in Jira to support development team in agile environment
  • Experience working in Federal or State government environments
  • Ability to work independently and remotely
  • Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM)
Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures within Azure Government Secret classified environments
  • Enforce zero trust principles, role-based access control (RBAC), and identity federation (e.g., Azure Active Directory B2B/B2C with CAC/PIV)
  • Configure and manage security controls such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, Azure Policy, Network Security Groups, and Private Endpoints
  • Automate compliance and security operations using PowerShell, Terraform, or ARM templates
  • Integrate SIEM/Security Orchestration, Automation and Response tools (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel for IL6) for continuous monitoring, logging, and incident response
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediations aligned to NIST 800-53, DoD Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIGs), and Joint Special Access Program Insider Threat (JSIG)
  • Collaborate with mission owners, compliance teams, and developers to ensure secure DevSecOps pipelines
  • Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes by generating security documentation, control evidence, and supporting audits
  • Navigate federal systems through the authorization process to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO)
  • Work with the Information System Security Officer, Program and Department of Commerce Information Technology Division Information Assurance teams to maintain the necessary security authorizations
  • Develop comprehensive System Security Plans (SSPs) documenting all implemented NIST 800-53 controls
  • Coordinate security assessments with third-party assessors
  • Manage Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) for addressing identified vulnerabilities
  • Ensure continuous monitoring plans meet agency requirements
  • Prepare authorization packages for government review
  • Maintain ongoing compliance through change management processes
  • Serve as the liaison between technical teams and authorizing officials
  • Translate security requirements into actionable tasks
  • Ensure all documentation meets the rigorous standards required for federal information systems
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree in information security or related field preferred
  • Experience with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) or similar governance frameworks preferred
  • Active Top Secret clearance preferred or ability to obtain
General Dynamics Information Technology

General Dynamics Information Technology

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GDIT provides IT services, systems engineering, and mission support to U.S. government and related agencies, covering digital modernization, cloud, cybersecurity, AI/ML, data analytics, application development, and IT infrastructure. It wins long-term government contracts and builds, operates, and maintains technology solutions for agencies across defense, civilian, health, and homeland security sectors. The company differentiates itself through large acquisitions that created a broad, integrated government IT capability and a clearance-backed workforce with deep domain knowledge in security and intelligence. Its goal is to help government agencies modernize operations securely and efficiently, including areas like battlespace technology, border security, and smart government initiatives through ongoing technology investments.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $120M Air Force Next Generation Gateway contract establishes zero trust market leadership.
  • DOGMA AI demonstrated operational impact at T-REX-25-2 and Cyber Fortress 2025 exercises.
  • Federal civilian expansion under Jylinda Johnson targets 20+ agency digital modernization opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • WARN Act notices signal 87 DC, 100 Maryland, 54 Rockville layoffs by mid-summer.
  • AppGate vendor lock-in exposes $120M contract to performance failures across 187 bases.
  • Heavy government contract dependence creates existential risk from 2027 DoD Zero Trust mandate.

What makes General Dynamics Information Technology unique

  • GDIT's Everest Zero Trust Digital Accelerator secures 1M+ users across 187 Air Force bases.
  • DOGMA AI reduces aerial threat detection decision-making from 30 minutes to 3 seconds.
  • Mission Emerge Center enables rapid prototyping with AWS, Google, and IonQ partnerships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Company News

Business Wire
Mar 25th, 2026
AppGate partners with GDIT to provide Zero Trust Network Access for U.S. Air Force next Generation Gateway program.

AppGate partners with GDIT to provide Zero Trust Network Access for U.S. Air Force next Generation Gateway program. Industry-Leading ZTNA Solution is Part of GDIT's $120M NGG Task Order, Securing Over a Million Users Across 187 Air Force Bases Worldwide NEW YORK & SAN FRANCISCO-(BUSINESS WIRE)-AppGate, a global leader in Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions, today announced that it will provide its industry-leading ZTNA solution as part of General Dynamics Information Technology's (GDIT) $120 million U.S. task order to modernize cybersecurity across U.S. Air Force bases worldwide. The announcement was made at the RSAC 2026 Conference. As the Air Force and its mission partners accelerate Zero Trust adoption, AppGate remains focused on enabling secure, scalable access that strengthens cyber resilience and protects national security. Share The U.S. Air Force NGG program represents one of the largest Zero Trust modernization efforts across the Department of Defense, supporting over one million users across 187 bases globally and protecting information at all levels of classification. AppGate's ZTNA solution is purpose-built to support NGG mission requirements by enforcing identity centric, least privilege access across distributed, global, and disconnected environments. AppGate's ZTNA solution will enable the U.S. Air Force to: * Ensure interoperability with its mission partners * Increase its lethality * Secure its warfighters and enterprise users "Next Generation Gateway is redefining how Zero Trust is operationalized at scale," said Leo Taddeo, CEO of AppGate. "AppGate's ZTNA solution is purpose-built for defense and federal missions that require high assurance, operational resilience, and the ability to operate across global, classified and tactical environments." AppGate ZTNA ensures Zero Trust by dynamically establishing direct-routed, encrypted connections between authorized users and approved resources, while remaining invisible to unauthorized actors. AppGate keeps policy enforcement within the mission boundary, delivering superior performance, reduced attack surface, and mission continuity - even in degraded or disconnected conditions. AppGate's ZTNA solution is certified by the National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP), validating compliance with federal security standards and reinforcing its suitability for sensitive government and defense deployments. The NGG task order awarded to GDIT underscores the Air Force's commitment to advancing Zero Trust architectures that combine identity, data centric security, and advanced threat detection to meet the Department of War's Zero Trust mandate ahead of the 2027 deadline. "As the Air Force and its mission partners accelerate Zero Trust adoption, AppGate remains focused on enabling secure, scalable access that strengthens cyber resilience and protects national security," Taddeo added. About AppGate AppGate secures and protects an organization's most valuable assets with its high performance Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solution. AppGate is the only direct-routed ZTNA solution built for peak performance, superior protection and seamless interoperability. AppGate safeguards enterprises and government agencies worldwide. Learn more at appgate.com. More News From AppGate NEW YORK & SAN FRANCISCO-( BUSINESS WIRE )-AppGate, a leader in Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), today announced the launch of its Operational Technology (OT) ZTNA product offering at the RSAC 2026 Conference. The new offering secures industrial control systems, manufacturing plants, energy facilities, and other critical infrastructure environments. It extends AppGate's direct-routed ZTNA architecture into OT networks, enabling secure remote access without disrupting performance or operational... NEW YORK-( BUSINESS WIRE )-AppGate, a leader in Zero Trust Network Access, today announced the launch of Agentic AI Core Protection, a new capability within AppGate ZTNA designed to secure AI workloads deployed in enterprise core environments across on-prem and cloud venues. This innovation enables organizations to embrace AI-driven transformation while maintaining robust security and compliance. Addressing Emerging AI Security Challenges As enterprises accelerate AI adoption, agents are increa... NEW YORK-( BUSINESS WIRE )-AppGate, a leader in Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), today announced the results of a commissioned Total Economic Impact(TM)(TEI) study conducted by Forrester Consulting. According to the study, organizations deploying AppGate ZTNA in a composite scenario achieved a 210% return on investment (ROI) over a three-year period and realized a net present value (NPV) of $11.6 million. The study highlights how AppGate's direct routing, cloaked infrastructure, and identity-cen... AppGate. Release Versions

WashingtonExec
Jan 20th, 2026
GDIT Introduces DOGMA AI to Speed Government Decision-Making

GDIT introduces DOGMA AI to speed government decision-making. General Dynamics Information Technology has launched its Defense Operations Grid Mesh Accelerator AI solution, known as DOGMA, for use across the federal government. DOGMA integrates AI, machine learning, cloud computing and satellite connectivity to help agencies process and analyze data faster and make decisions in complex operational environments. Part of GDIT's Mission AI portfolio, the solution can be deployed anywhere, from a single laptop to devices operating in low Earth orbit, and tailored to specific mission needs. The platform supports defense, intelligence and civilian use cases, including aerial threat detection, critical infrastructure protection, intelligence analysis, border security, natural disaster early warning, public safety monitoring, transportation optimization and smart city traffic management. "As mission environments grow more connected and complex, speed and precision in decision-making have never been more critical," said Brian Sheridan, GDIT senior vice president for defense. "DOGMA will enable operators to act on information faster, anticipate emerging threats and maintain decision advantage. Agencies across the government can use this solution to support our nation's most vital priorities." GDIT said it demonstrated DOGMA during multiple military exercises last year. At the Technology Readiness Experimentation Event, known as T-REX-25-2, the company used the solution to monitor unmanned aerial systems, cutting decision-making time from 30 minutes to 3 seconds. During Cyber Fortress 2025, a simulated cyber and physical attack on a power grid, GDIT used DOGMA to deliver real-time visibility into aerial threats and support coordinated response efforts. Planned updates to DOGMA include quantum-safe encryption, adaptive large language model agents to improve human-machine collaboration, and expanded interoperability across domains and operating environments.

ExecutiveBiz
Jan 20th, 2026
GDIT Unveils DOGMA AI Decision-Making Platform for Defense, Intelligence, Civilian Agencies

GDIT unveils DOGMA AI decision-making platform for defense, intelligence, civilian agencies. General Dynamics Information Technology has introduced its new artificial intelligence-driven capability designed to support accelerated decision-making across complex and contested environments. The General Dynamics business unit said Monday that the Defense Operations Grid Mesh Accelerator, or DOGMA, supports a wide range of use cases, including critical infrastructure protection, aerial threat detection, border security, transportation optimization and smart traffic monitoring, and public safety awareness. The Potomac Officers Club's 2026 Defense R&D Summit will host a panel on AI featuring top government and industry leaders. The highly anticipated event will also explore 5G and FutureG, quantum computing, and other innovative capabilities reshaping modern warfare. Secure your tickets before it is too late! What is GDIT's Defense Operations Grid Mesh Accelerator? DOGMA combines machine learning, cloud computing and satellite connectivity to process and analyze data. The platform can be deployed anywhere, including in low Earth orbit, and can be customized to meet mission requirements of defense, intelligence and civilian agencies. "DOGMA will enable operators to act on information faster, anticipate emerging threats and maintain decision advantage," stated Brian Sheridan, senior vice president for defense at GDIT. "Agencies across the government can use this solution to support our nation's most vital priorities." GDIT plans to add quantum-safe encryption, adaptive large language model agents, and expanded interoperability and connectivity across all domains and operational environments to DOGMA in the future. How has DOGMA performed in military exercises? GDIT has already demonstrated DOGMA's operational impact during multiple defense exercises. At the Technology Readiness Experimentation Event T-REX-25-2, in April 2025, the company partnered with Amazon Web Services to deploy DOGMA for monitoring unmanned aerial systems. During Cyber Fortress 2025, a large-scale exercise simulating a combined cyber and physical attack on a power grid, DOGMA delivered real-time visibility into aerial threats and supported coordinated response actions. The system maintained operations even in environments with limited or disrupted communications and power.

The Defense Post
Dec 9th, 2025
General Dynamics Launches Virginia Hub for On-Site Defense, Intel Tech Development

General Dynamics launches Virginia hub for on-site defense, intel tech development. General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has opened the Mission Emerge Center in Springfield, Virginia, providing a hands-on environment to rapidly build and test advanced technologies for US defense and intelligence missions. The 5,200-square-foot (483-square-meter) facility is intended to give customers access to prototypes rather than presentations, according to GDIT President Amy Gilliland, with works focused on AI-powered mission analysis, high-performance computing, accelerated software development, cybersecurity, and sensor processing. The hub will promote partnerships with government and commercial organizations, as well as other General Dynamics units, and will support the activities of GDIT's DeepSky laboratory, which delivers a virtual workspace and enables secure remote collaborations. GDIT noted that it will showcase fresh solutions at the site, including Motion GEOINT, which integrates intelligence sources to detect moving targets in real time, and GeoInsight Mission Planning, which applies large language models to analyze geospatial data for faster decision support. The firm will also install 3D Augmented Reality Visualization, which creates immersive mission environments for troops, operators, and analysts. In addition to these products, the company is collaborating with Gulfstream Aerospace on processing imagery from aircraft-mounted sensors and Amazon Web Services, Google, and IonQ on AI, cloud, and quantum capabilities, all of which will also be featured at the center. "Advancements... reshaped our national security missions and our battlespace and intelligence operations," Gilliland stated. "Our investment in the Mission Emerge Center reflects our continued commitment to push boundaries and to enable our teams to transform emerging technologies into mission-ready solutions at speed and scale."

WashingtonExec
Oct 27th, 2025
GDIT Elevates Jylinda Johnson to SVP of Federal Civilian, Paul Nedzbala to Enterprise Business Office Lead

GDIT elevates Jylinda Johnson to SVP of Federal Civilian, Paul Nedzbala to Enterprise Business Office lead. General Dynamics Information Technology has promoted Jylinda Johnson to senior vice president of the Federal Civilian division, assuming Paul Nedzbala's former role as he's been appointed chief business officer of the Enterprise Business Office. "Paul and Jylinda's leadership, expertise and operational excellence have been instrumental in driving GDIT's strong performance," said Amy Gilliland, GDIT's president. "I look forward to the energy and perspectives they will bring in their new roles as we continue to strengthen our organization and deliver long-term value to our customers." In her new role, Johnson will lead the strategic direction, growth, planning and performance of teams supporting federal civilian, state and local agencies, the company said. Johnson most recently led GDIT's government operations and citizen services sector, where she led digital modernization initiatives for over 20 federal civilian agencies. As Enterprise Business Office lead, Nedzbala will oversee real estate and facilities, program support, technology shared services, security, supply chain and subcontracts.

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