Information Assurance Security Engineer – Top Secret

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Provide expert technical services across all aspects of information security .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,600 - $156,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in information security management, including policy development, incident response, and system design. Proficient in managing security infrastructure and ensuring compliance with security standards and protocols.

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Active TS/SCI With CI PolygraphIAM II CertificationExperience With ACAS, HBSS, Carbon Black, TaniumKnowledge Of ICD 503Forensic Traffic And Log Analysis

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Hard Skills

Information Security Policy DevelopmentIncident ResponseSystem Design And ArchitectureNetwork Perimeter Security TechnologiesUnix And/or RHEL ScriptingMicrosoft Macros And PowerShell ScriptingNetwork Routing/VLAN TechnologyCloud Infrastructure/AWS-Based TechnologySecurity Infrastructure ManagementConfiguration Control Board Activities

Soft Skills

Ability To Supervise Information Security EngineersAbility To Work On Multiple Projects/TasksTeam-Oriented Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWS-Based SolutionsFirewallsWeb GatewaysMail GatewaysIDSLoad BalancersPerformance Monitoring ToolsManagement SystemsVMware VirtualizationWindows Enterprise AD Architecture

Certifications & Qualifications

IAM II CertificationCISSPCAPGSLCCISM

Industry Keywords

Data Security AdministrationCertification And AccreditationRisk Management Framework (RMF)Incident InvestigationSecurity Configuration Guides

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudFirewallsTypeScriptUnixVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert technical services across all aspects of information security
Write information security policy drafts
Write and review Memoranda of Agreement
Coordinate and manage Certification and Accreditation activities
Advise on and assess system design and architecture
Define, design, and evaluate information security systems
Manage multi-agency information sharing and integration security
Maintain affiliations with senior personnel at multiple agencies and organizations
Perform incident response, system access approval, audit log review, Configuration Control Board activities, and daily security consultations
Report, document, and investigate security incidents
Develop and implement corrective measures
Design security components and complex architectures
Work with developers, system engineers, project managers, and users to establish system protection requirements
Represent the Information System Security Manager and ensure compliance with security procedures
Operate, maintain, and dispose of information system materials according to security directives, policies, and Systems Security Plans
Generate and implement security training and user awareness activities
Initiate protective and corrective measures for incidents and vulnerabilities
Ensure IA hardware and software comply with security configuration guides
Implement and enforce IA policies and procedures defined by A&A documentation
Perform Operations and Sustainment functions for NCE network security infrastructure
Maintain and configure security equipment to protect against emerging cyber threats
Conduct forensic traffic and log analysis
Respond to escalated troubleshooting requests
Maintain network infrastructure standards, documentation, and fault tolerance
Present monitoring, testing results, and reports
Perform or support integration testing
Review POA&Ms and conduct technical decomposition, categorization, remediation, and lien resolution
Execute remediation processes addressing ACAS vulnerability findings
Participate in special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph; can sponsor for polygraph
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience
5+ years of related experience in data security administration
U.S. citizenship required
Knowledge and experience with ICD 503
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and AWS-based solutions
IAM II certification required to start in accordance with DoD 8570.1M
Understanding of the customer's RMF process and system security requirements
System design and development experience
Ability to supervise information security engineers
Ability to work on multiple projects/tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Experience with security infrastructure including firewalls, web gateways, mail gateways, IDS, load balancers, performance monitoring tools, and management systems
Experience with cloud infrastructure/AWS-based technology
Experience with ACAS, HBSS, Carbon Black, Tanium, RedSeal, and EMET
Forensic traffic and log analysis experience
Experience installing, hardening, deploying, documenting, and troubleshooting network perimeter security technologies
Unix and/or RHEL scripting ability
Experience with Microsoft macros and PowerShell scripts
Basic understanding of Windows Enterprise AD architecture and VMware virtualization
Proficiency in network routing/VLAN technology
CISSP or equivalent (CAP, GSLC, CISM) desired
System administration experience desired
Network engineering experience desired

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 where possible
Paid vacation, sick, personal, holiday, 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 supporting career goals
Competitive pay
Award-winning culture of innovation
Military-friendly workplace