Secure Enclave System Engineering Lead

General Dynamics

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Location
McLean, VA
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$164,382–$210,450 / yr
Posted
60 days ago
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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 · Secure Enclave System Engineering Lead

The Secure Enclave System Engineering Lead joins the cybersecurity team to engineer and operate security controls for a classified secure workstation enclave. This role involves supporting the configuration, hardening, and updates of Linux operating systems to ensure the secure operation of mission-critical systems. The individual will lead the administration of core security applications, including SIEM, vulnerability scanning, endpoint protection, and insider threat tooling. Key responsibilities include driving continuous monitoring, triaging security alerts, and managing RMF-aligned vulnerability assessments. The position requires hands-on expertise with Red Hat Linux, Splunk, Tenable, Trellix, Teramind, and Microsoft Active Directory Group Policy. The work focuses on maintaining a classified commercial cloud environment by implementing security controls, validating telemetry, and providing actionable insights into the enclave's overall security posture.

What you'll do

  • Configure, harden, and update Linux operating systems within the secure enclave.
  • Administer and monitor core security tools including Splunk SIEM, Tenable, Trellix, and Teramind.
  • Triage and investigate security alerts and incidents in alignment with the Incident Response Plan.
  • Oversee vulnerability and STIG scanning and coordinate remediation with the engineering team.
  • Support RMF Continuous Monitoring activities including vulnerability management, endpoint security, and auditing.
  • Implement and validate security controls using Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy.
  • Contribute to security documentation, control implementation statements, and POA&M mitigation activities.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must currently possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Must be DoD 8140 / 8570.01-M compliant.
  • Must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
  • Must have 10+ years of related experience.
  • Must have hands-on experience with Red Hat Linux and other Linux distributions.
  • Must have hands-on experience administering Splunk (SIEM), Tenable (vulnerability management), and Trellix (endpoint security).
  • Must have hands-on experience with Teramind for insider threat monitoring.
  • Must have experience with Microsoft Active Directory and implementing controls via Group Policy.
  • Must have knowledge of the NIST SP 800 series (especially 800-37, 800-53, 800-30) and risk management principles.

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