Data Center Security Lead

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Lead enterprise vulnerability scanning operations, including policy configuration, scan execution, triage, and remediation coordination .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $162,037 - $219,227 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise vulnerability management, including scanning operations, patch management, and security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles. Proficient in overseeing compliance with federal cybersecurity standards and managing incident response in hybrid environments.

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Enterprise Vulnerability ManagementPatch Management WorkflowsCortex XDRCompTIA Security+NIST RMF

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability ScanningEndpoint Protection TechnologiesSecurity Control BaselinesData Center SecurityHybrid Infrastructure SecurityRisk ReportingAccess Control PoliciesIncident Root-Cause AnalysisTechnical DocumentationSecurity Modernization Projects

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical LeadershipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

TripwireSIEM PlatformsTenableQualysVMwareNetAppCloud Services

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCompTIA Security+

Industry Keywords

Zero TrustATO DocumentationFedRAMPSTIGsFederal Cybersecurity Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinuxVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead enterprise vulnerability scanning operations, including policy configuration, scan execution, triage, and remediation coordination
Oversee patch management for Windows, Linux, network appliances, and hypervisors
Manage vulnerability remediation workflows, POA&Ms, patch exceptions, and risk reporting
Oversee Cortex XDR, Tripwire, and other endpoint security platforms
Integrate alerts, logs, and telemetry into enterprise SIEM platforms
Monitor and tune security controls across data centers and cloud workloads
Implement and maintain Zero Trust-aligned security architecture
Oversee access control policies, privileged access, multifactor authentication, least-privilege reviews, and onboarding/offboarding
Maintain auditable access records across virtualization, storage, network, and cloud platforms
Lead ATO readiness and maintenance, including security documentation, control inheritance, SSP updates, and audit evidence
Support NIST RMF categorization, control implementation, assessments, and continuous monitoring
Maintain alignment with federal cybersecurity standards, STIGs, FedRAMP, and DT security policies
Oversee monitoring dashboards, compliance scorecards, vulnerability trends, patch metrics, and EDR reporting
Collaborate with SOC analysts and DT leadership on threat posture, security gaps, and improvements
Coordinate with SOC, incident response teams, and system owners during investigations and recovery
Provide technical leadership for incident root-cause analysis, corrective action plans, and control improvements
Partner with engineering, data center operations, cloud engineers, system owners, and cybersecurity leadership
Produce playbooks, SOPs, hardening guides, access documentation, and technical training content
Lead security modernization projects, pilots, tool evaluations, and capability initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Engineering required
Master’s degree preferred
8+ years of relevant experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations, vulnerability management, patching, monitoring, or endpoint protection
Demonstrated experience in data center environments with hybrid infrastructure and multi-platform security responsibilities
CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM certification
Strong expertise with Tripwire, Cortex XDR, SIEM platforms, and Archangel security/risk management
Deep understanding of vulnerability scanning using Tenable/Nessus or Qualys
Deep understanding of patch management workflows, endpoint protection technologies, security control baselines, and STIGs
Familiarity with Zero Trust principles, ATO documentation packages, NIST RMF, FedRAMP, and federal cybersecurity requirements
Experience securing VMware, NetApp, Windows/Linux servers, network devices, and public cloud services
Active Top Secret clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to work hybrid within the National Capital Region
Willingness to travel less than 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with company match
Full-flex work weeks
Vacation, sick, personal time, holiday, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Internal mobility team
Wellness packages
Award-winning culture of innovation
Military-friendly workplace
Career growth opportunities