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Senior IT Risk and Compliance Specialist Senior
Company: General Dynamics IT
Location: Home Office, LA
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 05/21/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
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Senior IT Risk and Compliance Specialist Senior
Transform technology into opportunity as an IT Risk and Compliance Senior Specialist with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT youll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate. GDIT's Technology Shared Services (TSS), Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team is seeking an experienced IT Risk and Compliance Senior Specialist with experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO). Our team provides services across GDIT programs to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems while supporting compliance with relevant regulations and standards. This role requires a highly knowledgeable self-starter to independently develop key artifacts based on NIST 800-171. The ideal candidate will operate in a dynamic, high-tempo environment, applying expertise in risk management and regulatory compliance to protect critical information assets. HOW THE IT RISK AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:Manage and/or maintain the security posture and authorization lifecycle for multiple cloud and on-premises information systems.Collaborate with stakeholders to attain information necessary for continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability scan analysis, audit log reviews, and supporting the SCA/ISSM during security control assessments.Develop, maintain, and update security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plan of Action & Milestones (POAMs), network architecturesCollaborate with stakeholders in order to develop program/project cyber policies .Familiarization with NIST 800 series documentation, ( NIST 800-171, GD and GDIT Cybersecurity policies), hardening guidance from vendors and US Government clients.Posses the ability to interpret vulnerability scan reports and coordinate with program stakeholders in order to remediate actions to closure and develop presentations and brief findings as needed.Support incident response, contingency planning, and disaster recovery efforts as needed by program and stakeholders.Serve as the program ISSO and represent the interests of the system owners, developers, and administrators.The ISSO will Interface with auditors and assessors during security control assessments and authorization events.Facilitate and collaborate with data owners, system owners, authorizing officials, and technical teams to prepare, implement,and monitor privacy and security controls in accordance with organizational risk policy.Ensure compliance with applicable GDIT requirements and policiesmaintain cyber compliance processes, procedures, and standardsCollaborate stakeholders to design and implement security controls for new and existing systems and lab environmentsMaintain and update security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs, Architecture Diagrams, , Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other AO/AODR required documents, etc.Support security assessments and audits as a key stakeholder during the SCA/ISSMs evaluation of the security controls,Review vulnerability and compliance scan reports, and other relevant security reports and alerts for assigned systemsSupport incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and recovery efforts and annual incident response testing WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree Minimum of 3+ years of experience serving as an ISSO for either Corporate or program levels with a basic understanding of ISSO duties and responsibilities and awareness of GRC tools (eMASS or XACTA)Experience supporting security projects as well as delivering and supporting customer security requirementsComprehension of change and configuration management and security impact analysisExcellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skillsAbility to effectively collaborate across multi-functional teamsPossesses experience with communicating and presenting technical solutions and status to executives, key stakeholders and decision makersFamiliarity with security tools and technologies (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, SIEM, End Point Protection, Vulnerability & Compliance Scanning, Identity & Access Management)Ability to develop network architectures or follow templated examples in order to properly document a network architecture.Knowledge of IT risk management frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST 800-171, ISO 27001)Knowledge of Security and privacy controls (e.g., CIS Level 2, DISA STIG)Knowledge of DoD security authorization processKnowledge of Security auditing practices and procedures and associated processes PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale IT risk and compliance programsRelevant certifications such as IAT Level II/8570/8140, Security +CE PreferredExperience with Microsoft Office Products, Adobe Pro, Visio, JIRA, ServiceNowExperience in a governmentFamiliarity with cloud security best practices and technologiesMust be clearable up to Top SecretBachelors degree in computer science, information technology, information/cyber security or a related field Location: Hybrid at GDIT's Integrated Technology Center in Bossier City, Louisiana. Candidates residing within the state of Louisiana who are more than 60 miles from our office in Bossier City may be considered to work remotely. GDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt 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 workplaceOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in cyber at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.
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