Enterprise Logging Solution Lead

GD Information Technology • Ashburn, VA

10d • $136,000 - $184,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Americ a’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 : G uide the evolution of CBP’s enterprise - wide SIEM and logging architecture , o ne of the most critical capabilities supporting 24/7 SOC operations. S hape 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. E ngineer 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.

Requirements

• Secret with Top Secret eligibility clearance
• Minimu m 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
• E xperience with interconnected, heterogeneous systems
• S trong understanding of industry standards and technologies with experience in the application supporting a Federal Government security operations organization
• E xperience in an enterprise IT environment as an applications or systems administrator working in Windows and Linux environments
• E xperience with Linux or Windows scripting languages and automation
• S trong networking background and security background
• E xperience with cloud orchestration tools and a strong understanding of Amazon Web Services cloud
• O ne of the following certifications (listed in order of preference): Certified Splunk Architect (II) or Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)
• Bachelor’s d egree in computer science , information technology, or related field preferred
• Previous or Current CBP Background Investigation preferred

Responsibilities

• Guide the evolution of CBP’s enterprise - wide SIEM and logging architecture , o ne 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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees