Cyber Network Defender, ISSO

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Antonio, TX
Salary
$82,015–$88,743 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Below market

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Similar $160k
This role $85k
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This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $136,028–$184,950 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $85k versus about $160k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 439 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Cyber Network Defender, ISSO

Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as a Cyber Network Defender (ISSO), where you will manage the cybersecurity lifecycle, including risk management and continuous monitoring, ensuring compliance with DoD policies. You’ll utilize tools like Splunk, Nessus, and VMware for security analysis and maintain configurations in Linux and Windows environments. This role requires expertise in RMF, vulnerability assessments, and government IT security standards such as ICD 503 and NIST. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with SIEM tools, SCAP Compliance Checker, and Clearswift, along with a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph eligibility. You’ll work closely with the ISSM and operational team leads to support critical defense systems.

What you'll do

  • Oversee the Cyber lifecycle, including risk management and continuous monitoring.
  • Ensure compliance with government security requirements and DoD policies.
  • Utilize tools like Splunk for security monitoring and analysis.
  • Conduct hands-on reviews to maintain security configurations.
  • Provide RMF support and conduct security certification tasks.

What we're looking for

  • TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required at time of hire.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree.
  • Proficiency in Linux and Windows operating systems.
  • Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and vulnerability analysis.
  • Familiarity with IT government security standards like ICD 503, NISPOM, NIST, DIACAP.
  • IAM Level II or IAT Level II/III certification required at time of hire.
  • Strong experience using SIEM tools like Splunk for security monitoring.

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