Cyber Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Manassas, VA
Salary: $99,916–$110,844 / yr
Posted: 75 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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.

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TL;DR · Cyber Systems Engineer

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JOB TITLE: Cyber Systems Engineer The Cyber Systems Engineer joins the Multipurpose Interface Trainer team to support submarine training systems for the US Navy and Royal Australian Navy. You will execute cybersecurity operations across secure, classified environments, including SIPRNet, by deploying, configuring, and maintaining information systems. Daily responsibilities include monitoring security postures, performing vulnerability scans using ACAS/Nessus and SCAP Compliance Checker, and developing security documentation like System Security Plans and POA&Ms. You will implement NIST, DCSA, and COMSEC requirements while applying STIGs across Linux and Windows-based systems. The role involves supporting Assessment and Authorization activities to maintain system Authorization to Operate. You will ensure compliance with government security frameworks to protect cutting-edge training software and enterprise compute resources used for submarine fleet capabilities.

Skills

Cybersecurity Engineering Risk Management Framework (RMF) NIST SP 800-53 ACAS Nessus SCAP Compliance Checker STIGs Linux Windows Server SIPRNet COMSEC TACLANE Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessment Continuous Monitoring Security+ CISSP CEH CASP+

What you'll do

Perform day-to-day operation and maintenance of security controls across classified networks like SIPRNet.
Deploy and configure custom and commercial software in development and customer deliverable environments.
Develop and maintain security documentation including SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, and contingency plans.
Coordinate with ISSMs and ISSOs to prepare artifacts for Assessment and Authorization activities.
Conduct vulnerability scans using ACAS/Nessus and SCAP Compliance Checker to develop remediation plans.
Implement and enforce NIST, DCSA, and COMSEC security standards on classified information systems.
Apply and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) across Linux and Windows systems.
Monitor and respond to cybersecurity events and incidents while supporting continuous monitoring for ATO.

What we're looking for

U.S. citizenship is required.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field plus 2 years of experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 months of experience.
Experience with Linux and Windows based information systems (preferred).
Current IAT certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CEH, or CASP+ (preferred).
Experience with ACAS/Nessus and SCAP Compliance Checker (preferred).
Experience developing RMF authorization packages and working with ISSMs/ISSOs (preferred).
Experience with TACLANE encryption devices from a security and COMSEC perspective (preferred).

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