Cybersecurity Specialist Jobs in Virginia

YOUR IMPACT

Own your opportunity to be at the center of GDIT’s business operations. Make an impact by collaborating across functions to make mission success achievable.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Cyber Risk and Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting GDIT’s AI Governance processes. This role combines technical AI research expertise with practical governance oversight to ensure responsible AI deployment across our organization. This position will report directly to the Manager, Cyber Risk & Compliance, who leads the AI risk assessment process and will work closely with the Artificial Intelligence & Data team as well as others in Cyber Risk & Compliance.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Cyber Risk and Compliance Specialist – Artificial Intelligence Governance, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the organization by ensuring responsible, secure, and compliant deployment of AI systems. You will play a crucial role in supporting GDIT’s AI Governance processes by bridging technical AI research with practical oversight.

• Lead/Manage/Support identification and assessment of cybersecurity vulnerabilities within AI systems and ensure security protocols are implemented across AI model training, deployment, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Artificial Intelligence & Data team and cross‑functional governance committees to guide secure, ethical, and compliant AI initiatives.
• Drive organizational compliance with internal policies, emerging AI laws, and regulatory frameworks by developing governance frameworks, assessment tools, and documentation that evaluate AI system capabilities and risk profiles.
• Utilize AI/ML expertise, cybersecurity principles, and knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as CMMC, NIST 800‑171, NIST AI RMF, GDPR, and data privacy standards.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cyber Risk and Compliance Specialist – Artificial Intelligence Governance must have:

• Education: BS degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or a related technical field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Experience: 5+ years of hands on experience in AI/ML research or applied AI development
• Technical skills: Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning architectures, AI safety concepts; foundation in cybersecurity; knowledge of regulatory frameworks and AI ethics
• Role requirements: Excellent communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking, strong project management abilities, and precision in documentation and compliance processes

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At 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 workplace

WORK LOCATION

Work Location: Hybrid; requires 3 days per week onsite at GDIT office in Falls Church, VA

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

Years of Experience
3+ years of related experience may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or* degree

Certification
Travel Required
Less than 10%

SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION

The likely salary range for this position is $97,750 - $132,250. 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.

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ABOUT OUR WORK

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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