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| Company Name: |
General Dynamics IT |
| Location: |
Tampa, FL |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
05/19/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
06/18/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Engineering, Information Technology |
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Information Assurance (IA) Analyst
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 organizations mission to maintain a secure and resilient IT environment. HOW AN INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACTPerforms 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) activitiesMonitors 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 YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED Education:Bachelors 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 engineeringexperience 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 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 opportunitiesSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goalsRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time offCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in intelligence at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.
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| Company Name: |
General Dynamics IT |
| Website: | https://www.gdit.com/careers/job/a760065a0/information-assurance-ia-analyst/?source=AutoAppend_HBCU |
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