Team Lead-Cyber Security

Team Leader – Cyber Security

Overview
GDIT is seeking a Security Team Lead as part of the larger National Institutes of Health (NIH) Center for Information Technology (CIT) program. The Team Leader – Security supports the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Center for Information Technology (CIT) Information Technology Service and Support (ITSS) program by leading a team of security analysts and engineers responsible for delivering comprehensive IT security services. This role oversees daily security operations, ensures alignment with NIH cybersecurity policies and federal standards, and drives continuous improvement across security processes that support NIH mission-critical systems, networks, and applications.

How a Team Leader-Cyber Security will make an impact;

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT security professionals providing Tier 2/3 support for cybersecurity operations.
• Management security posture of the program or significant teams.
• Coordinate security activities including incident response, vulnerability management, compliance reviews, and risk assessments.
• Ensure team adherence to NIH, HHS, and federal cybersecurity policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for CIT ITSS leadership regarding team performance, security deliverables, and operational updates.
• Oversee security ticket workflows, SLAs, quality standards, and operational documentation.
• Support development and implementation of security controls, security engineering enhancements, and modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across NIH to resolve complex security issues and ensure timely escalation and communication.
• Analyze trends, produce metrics, and recommend improvements to strengthen NIH’s cybersecurity posture.
• Participate in audits, compliance activities, process reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed;

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of IT security experience with at least 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills within cybersecurity or IT operations environments.
• Hands-on experience with security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management tools
•  Excellent understanding of federal security frameworks (NIST, FISMA, HHS policies).
• Ability to communicate technical security concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating operational tasks, managing performance, and prioritizing workload.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret security metrics and identify risks.

Preferred Skills

• Professional certifications such as Security+, GSEC, CISSP, or equivalent are strongly preferred.
• Prior experience supporting NIH, HHS, or other federal health agencies.
• Knowledge of enterprise IT systems used within NIH CIT environments.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow or other ITSM platforms for security workflow management.
• Experience supporting continuous monitoring programs or enterprise vulnerability scanning tools.
• Skill in developing SOPs, playbooks, and security process documentation.

Security Clearance

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 2 (Public Trust) clearance.
• Existing NIH or HHS Public Trust is highly desirable.

Location

• Bethesda, Maryland. Hybrid or on-site depending on mission needs.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 

• 401K with company match 

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages 

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and 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 10 company-paid holidays  

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 

• 401K with company match 

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages 

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and 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 10 company-paid holidays  

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.