Information Assurance Engineer

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense active TS/SCI security cleareance with Polygraph clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an opening for an Information Assurance Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of the systems engineering process (concepts, principles, theories) within the system development life cycle
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity processes/guidelines for Assessment and Authorization, including NIST SP 800-37 and 800-53 for Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Experience in implementing/applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and security policies/governance to ensure conformance to security controls
• Experience in conducting security assessments on various operating systems (Windows, Linux), Internet browsers, web servers, databases, network devices, and peripheral devices for vulnerability and compliance remediation
• Development of RMF body of evidence for verification of security controls, including security plans, security testing plans, Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM), and System Impact Analysis
• Perform routine security tasks using manual and automated tools/methods for STIG compliance and vulnerability scanning in a DevSecOps environment
• Effective in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions that affect cyber design and implementation
• Experience in the design, implementation, or assessment of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to engage and collaborate with project leaders, project teams, and external customers and cybersecurity stakeholders
• Active participation in cybersecurity working groups and Agile teams
• Creative thinker and self-starter that works under limited direction
• Strong understanding and use of Microsoft Office applications
• Must hold a Department of Defense active TS/SCI security clearance with an active Polygraph, and an active security certification (Security+ or CISSP)
• Position requires all work to be performed on-site in a classified facility

Target salary range: USD $88,651.00/Yr. - USD $97,000.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans