IT Network Security Team Lead

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Bethesda, MD
Salary
$149,469–$195,500 / yr
Posted
125 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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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 1377 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · IT Network Security Team Lead

JOB TITLE: IT Network Security Team Lead The IT Network Security Team Lead serves as a senior technical expert and leader within the Network Engineering Section. This role involves overseeing the implementation of cybersecurity policies, managing a team of security professionals, and coordinating cross-functional efforts to protect the integrity of the National Library of Medicine infrastructure. Key responsibilities include leading architectural designs, identifying vulnerabilities, and managing firewall upgrades and SSL VPN tunnels. The successful candidate will utilize expertise in Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto platforms, alongside tools like Nmap, Wireshark, and tcpdump. Core competencies include disaster recovery, networking protocols, and system security administration. The position ensures compliance with HHS and NIH directives while providing technical leadership to mitigate significant cybersecurity risks and trends within the enterprise network.

What you'll do

  • Lead the architectural design and integration of security products into the enterprise network.
  • Identify and mitigate significant cybersecurity risks, trends, and vulnerabilities.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of security strategies, policies, and enforcement mechanisms.
  • Review new systems, networks, and software designs for security risks and integration issues.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of IT security specialists and contractors.
  • Coordinate with the Incident Response Team to investigate security violations and recommend remediation actions.
  • Monitor and enforce security policies across Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto firewalls.
  • Coordinate with IT operations teams on firewall upgrades and SSL VPN tunnel management.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Related experience ( with a Master's degree; without a degree).
  • Minimum 5 years of system administration experience.
  • Minimum 7 years of system security administration experience.
  • Experience with Cisco/Fortigate, Juniper, and Palo Alto security platforms.
  • Proficiency with tools like Nmap, Wireshark, and tcpdump.
  • Experience leading a team of 3-5 network security engineers.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance and NACLC (T3) certification.
  • CISSP certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
  • Familiarity with SIEM, proxy, and URL filtering systems (preferred).

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