Web Application Security Subject-Matter Expert/ Technical Lead

Type Of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

MBI (T2)

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Security Policies, Threat and Vulnerability Management, Web Application Vulnerabilities

Certifications:

None

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

Us Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Cybersecurity Engineer Principal

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Web Application Security Subject-Matter Expert/Technical Lead to support one of our federal customers on an enterprise cyber program in the DC metropolitan area. This hybrid position includes both remote work and periodic on-site support and meetings with the customer. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in operating web vulnerability assessment tools, analyzing results, and securing various web application platforms.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Operate and maintain automated or manual tools to identify weaknesses such as misconfigurations, missing patches, and other security flaws in web applications.
• Analyze and interpret the results from web vulnerability assessment tools.
• Secure web application platforms including Python, PHP, Java/JavaScript, C#, and SQL.
• Prioritize vulnerability findings to ensure the most critical issues are addressed first by the SMEs.
• Develop content such as reporting and dashboards for vulnerability remediation analysis, status, and tracking.
• Advise on best practices for web application security and improvement of security posture.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure integration of security measures in the software development lifecycle.
• Stay updated with the latest web application security trends, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to mitigate emerging threats.

What You'Ll Need To Succeed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Demonstrable knowledge, skills, and experience in using and maintaining automated or manual tools to detect web application vulnerabilities.
• Proven experience operating web vulnerability assessment tools and interpreting their results.
• Strong technical background in securing web application platforms such as Python, PHP, Java/JavaScript, C#, and SQL.
• Ability to prioritize security findings to address the most critical vulnerabilities first.
• Experience in developing content for reporting and dashboards for vulnerability remediation tracking and status updates.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities for identifying and addressing web application security issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of secure coding practices and software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with federal security regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience in creating and implementing security policies and procedures for web applications.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT), or similar are advantageous.

Gdit Is Your Place:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional scientific growth opportunities, including journal subscriptions, conference attendance, and supporting publication journey
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Join GDIT to lead and enhance web application security efforts for a federal organization, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.

Apply today to become an essential part of our dedicated team!

The likely salary range for this position is $141,100 - $190,900. 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:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA MD Bethesda

Additional Work Locations:

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. 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.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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