Information Systems Analyst Jobs in Virginia
Information Systems Analyst jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in federal contracting, defense, cybersecurity, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level helpdesk-adjacent roles through senior enterprise architects. The largest hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Capital One maintain deep, ongoing demand for analysts who can manage complex IT environments and align systems with business requirements. The most in-demand specialties right now are cybersecurity analysis, ERP implementation, and cloud infrastructure management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Information Assurance
Information Security
Risk Management
REQ#: RQ228409
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.
Job Description
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an Information Systems Security Officer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on an ISSO joining our highly skilled team to be a premier provider of cyber security services to the customer. We provide consummate cyber security risk management “as a service” platform across multiple fabrics and centers. We have responsibility to ensure operational IT capabilities provide the client with necessary timeliness, accuracy and security of information demanded from all our highly professional roles. Be the change, lead our change – join us!
HOW AN ISSO WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Provide information assurance support to system(s) and program.
- Demonstrated experience with coordinating and implementing cyber security policies, standards and processes.
- Maintain operational security posture for system(s) through customized Risk Management Framework (RMF) to ensure established security processes and procedures are followed.
- Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure, Commercial cloud and cloud security
- Evaluate security solutions to ensure security requirements are met for processing classified information.
- Provide configuration management and documentation for system software, hardware, networks, enclaves, etc.
- Prepare and review system documentation to include Systems Security Plans (SSPs), Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, architecture diagrams, contingency plan, incident response plan, and other documentation.
- Support programmatic and organization project and risk management review boards.
- Perform vulnerability scanning, risk assessment analysis using NIST 800-53 and prepare responses to Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
- Understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, RMF, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253.
- Strong written and oral communication skills to write technical analysis reports and security plans.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
- Education: Bachelors (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
- Required Experience: 8+ yrs
- Required Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure, Commercial cloud and cloud security
- Understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, RMF, ICD 503
- Strong written and oral communication skills to write technical analysis reports and security plans
- Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
- Preferred Certifications:
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Information System Security Processional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Location: McLean, VA - On Customer Site
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#WeAreGDIT
#JET
#GDITEnhanced2026
#VA_2026Alumni
Work Requirements
8 + years of related experience
- may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Less than 10%
U.S. Citizenship Required
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $158,626 - $214,611. 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.
Our Identity Verification Process
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions 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 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Information Assurance
Information Security
Risk Management
REQ#: RQ228409
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.
Job Description
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an Information Systems Security Officer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on an ISSO joining our highly skilled team to be a premier provider of cyber security services to the customer. We provide consummate cyber security risk management “as a service” platform across multiple fabrics and centers. We have responsibility to ensure operational IT capabilities provide the client with necessary timeliness, accuracy and security of information demanded from all our highly professional roles. Be the change, lead our change – join us!
HOW AN ISSO WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Provide information assurance support to system(s) and program.
- Demonstrated experience with coordinating and implementing cyber security policies, standards and processes.
- Maintain operational security posture for system(s) through customized Risk Management Framework (RMF) to ensure established security processes and procedures are followed.
- Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure, Commercial cloud and cloud security
- Evaluate security solutions to ensure security requirements are met for processing classified information.
- Provide configuration management and documentation for system software, hardware, networks, enclaves, etc.
- Prepare and review system documentation to include Systems Security Plans (SSPs), Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, architecture diagrams, contingency plan, incident response plan, and other documentation.
- Support programmatic and organization project and risk management review boards.
- Perform vulnerability scanning, risk assessment analysis using NIST 800-53 and prepare responses to Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
- Understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, RMF, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253.
- Strong written and oral communication skills to write technical analysis reports and security plans.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
- Education: Bachelors (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
- Required Experience: 8+ yrs
- Required Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure, Commercial cloud and cloud security
- Understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, RMF, ICD 503
- Strong written and oral communication skills to write technical analysis reports and security plans
- Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
- Preferred Certifications:
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Information System Security Processional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Location: McLean, VA - On Customer Site
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#WeAreGDIT
#JET
#GDITEnhanced2026
#VA_2026Alumni
Work Requirements
8 + years of related experience
- may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Less than 10%
U.S. Citizenship Required
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $158,626 - $214,611. 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.
Our Identity Verification Process
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions 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 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in information systems analyst jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a closely related field required
- Active or clearance-eligible Secret or TS/SCI security clearance strongly preferred by federal contractors
- Hands-on experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and business intelligence or reporting tools
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent cybersecurity certification listed in most postings
- Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into technical system specifications
Information Systems Analyst Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a information systems analyst in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as an information systems analyst, so entry starts with a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or business administration with an IT focus. Many Virginia employers in federal contracting additionally require candidates to qualify for a security clearance, which means passing a background investigation through the federal adjudication process. Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, the Certified Business Analysis Professional, or an ERP vendor credential meaningfully strengthen a Virginia application.
How much do information systems analysts make in Virginia?
Information systems analysts in Virginia earn a median of about $120,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,160 for the lowest 10% to over $179,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire information systems analysts in Virginia?
Employers hiring information systems analysts in Virginia right now include Everforth ECS, CACI International, and Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's unusually high concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors means a significant share of these openings require or prefer candidates who hold or can obtain a government security clearance.
Which Virginia cities have the most information systems analyst jobs?
Arlington, Quantico, and Chantilly have the most information systems analyst openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because it sits adjacent to the Pentagon, federal civilian agencies, and the dense corridor of defense and intelligence contractors headquartered in Fairfax and Arlington counties, while Richmond and Hampton Roads draw demand from state government offices, financial institutions, and Navy and Army installations respectively.
Are there remote information systems analyst jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields. Information systems analysis is largely a desk-based and collaborative role involving documentation, systems configuration, and stakeholder meetings that transfer well to remote environments. About 38% of information systems analyst openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The roles most likely to be fully remote are business systems analysis and reporting, while positions requiring hands-on infrastructure work or cleared facility access typically remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a information systems analyst in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior IT analyst, systems support specialist, or IT coordinator role at a Virginia federal contractor or state agency, where structured onboarding and clearance sponsorship are common for new graduates. Large Virginia contractors like Leidos and Booz Allen Hamilton run analyst development programs that recruit directly from Virginia's public universities. A CompTIA A+ or Security+ certification, a capstone project demonstrating systems analysis or database work, or a lateral move from a helpdesk or data entry role significantly improves competitiveness without prior analyst experience.
Where can I find and apply to information systems analyst jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to information systems analyst jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.
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