Enterprise Logging Solution Lead

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA VA Ashburn
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ217527


Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Cyber Defense, Information Assurance, Information Technology Security, System Security, Systems Engineering
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Enterprise Logging Solution Lead

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cyber Security Directorate (CSD) is leading one of the most comprehensive, mission critical cybersecurity operations in the federal government-protecting the digital infrastructure that safeguards America's borders. This multifaceted program spans 24/7/365 Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring, advanced threat intelligence, forensics, incident response, cloud and network security engineering, zero trust modernization, vulnerability assessment, and enterprise-wide risk and compliance activities. Key Leads on this program will guide teams at the forefront of national security, supporting sophisticated cyber operations that defend vital systems, enable secure mission execution, and counter rapidly evolving threats. You will find this work uniquely impactful, fast-paced, and deeply collaborative, offering the opportunity to lead high performing technical teams, shape CBP's cybersecurity strategy, and contribute directly to the protection of the nation.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As the Enterprise Logging Solution (ELS) Lead, you will:

• Guide the evolution of CBP's enterprise-wide SIEM and logging architecture, one of the most critical capabilities supporting 24/7 SOC operations.
• Shape how CBP ingests, analyzes, and operationalizes massive volumes of security telemetry across cloud and on-prem environments, enabling threat detection, audit readiness, and real time security insights.
• Engineer advanced logging pipelines, lead implementations of new data sources, develop dashboards used by mission owners and executives, and modernize SIEM capabilities that directly support national security operations.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Secret with Top Secret eligibility clearance required.
• Minimum of five (5) last years of experience serving as a senior Certified Splunk Administrator or Architect.
• Understanding and practical experience in applying project management principles.
• Experience with interconnected, heterogeneous systems.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and technologies with experience in the application supporting a Federal Government security operations organization.
• Experience in an enterprise IT environment as an applications or systems administrator working in Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience with Linux or Windows scripting languages and automation.
• Strong networking background and security background.
• Experience with cloud orchestration tools and a strong understanding of Amazon Web Services cloud.
• One of the following certifications (listed in order of preference): Certified Splunk Architect (II) or Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field preferred.
• Previous or Current CBP Background Investigation preferred.

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in cyber security at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 - $184,000. 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:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Ashburn

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.

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