General Dynamics Information Technology

General Dynamics Information Technology

Speciality: Offensive Security and Penetration Testing

Falls Church, United States 26038 employees
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[01] About

Private IT services and consulting company with 15,007 employees, $7.9B revenue, headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia; delivers technology solutions and mission services to U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors; actively provides penetration testing and cybersecurity services, with a global ranking of #123,373 and 329,973 monthly website visits.

GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers solutions, 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. GDIT is part of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company. We have shared our clients’ sense of purpose for over half a century and have a unique understanding of their missions, complex environments, and a rapidly changing world. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
[02] Services
Penetration Testing
Vulnerability Assessment
Cybersecurity Services
Artificial Intelligence
Quantum Technology
Digital Accelerators
Healthcare IT Modernization
Mission Analytics
Cloud Modernization
[03] Certifications
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (cmmc)
Dod 8140/8570
Security+ CE
CCNA Security
GIAC (gpen
Gxpn)
ITIL 4 Foundation
PMP

PMP Certification Overview


Origin and Background


The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification was created by the Project Management Institute (PMI), a non-profit professional organization founded in 1969. PMI introduced the PMP certification in 1984 to establish a standardized credential for project management professionals across all industries. The certification was developed to validate practitioners' knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices as outlined in PMI's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide). While PMP is not specifically a cybersecurity or IT certification, it is widely pursued by professionals in these fields who manage technology projects.


Industry Value and Importance


The PMP certification is highly valued because it demonstrates a professional's ability to manage complex projects, lead teams, and deliver results on time and within budget. In the IT and cybersecurity sectors, where projects often involve multiple stakeholders, tight deadlines, and significant technical challenges, the PMP credential signals competency in essential project management skills including scope management, risk mitigation, and resource allocation. Many organizations prefer or require PMP certification for project management roles, and studies have shown that PMP-certified professionals often command higher salaries than their non-certified peers. The certification's global recognition and PMI's requirement for continuing education also ensure that holders maintain current, relevant project management expertise.

CAPM
[05] Notable Clients
  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • U.S. Navy
  • U.S. Army
  • U.S. Department of State
  • U.S. Air Force