Workstation Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
McLean, VA
Salary
$157,250–$212,750 / yr
Posted
57 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 1364 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Workstation Systems Engineer

JOB TITLE: Workstation Systems Engineer The Workstation Systems Engineer Sr Principal joins the IT Infrastructure and Operations team to architect, engineer, and operate a classified secure workstation enclave. This role involves leading the design, configuration, and maintenance of workstation services to ensure secure and compliant access to mission-critical systems. Key responsibilities include managing Active Directory and Group Policy Objects, developing test plans, and supporting Continuous Monitoring validation. The position requires hands-on expertise with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, core security controls like Identity and Access Management, and Vulnerability Management. Candidates must navigate DoD or Federal cybersecurity frameworks to maintain System Security Plans and audit documentation. The work focuses on providing reliable, standardized workstation configurations within a high-security environment, ensuring all engineering procedures and playbooks meet stringent operational requirements.

What you'll do

  • Lead the architecture, engineering, and operations of a classified secure workstation enclave.
  • Manage Active Directory and Group Policy Objects to ensure enclave integrity and performance.
  • Implement secure workstation configurations using MECM and core security controls.
  • Design, build, and sustain workstation services that meet stringent security requirements.
  • Develop and deliver test plans, technical briefings, and product recommendations.
  • Update engineering procedures, artifacts, and playbooks for the workstation enclave.
  • Support Continuous Monitoring validation and annual security assessment preparation and execution.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Must be DoD 8140 / 8570.01-M compliant, such as Security+ or equivalent.
  • Must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
  • Must have 10+ years of related experience.
  • Must have hands-on engineering expertise with Active Directory and GPOs for workstation environments.
  • Must have experience supporting secure workstation enclaves and maintenance of System Security Plans.
  • Must have familiarity with DoD or Federal cybersecurity frameworks.
  • Must have hands-on engineering expertise with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) (preferred).

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