Cybersecurity Software Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. — Scottsdale, USA | Base Career

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Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S.

Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Own the current development and execution of the program vulnerability management process across the entire program and integrating AI into each step of the way
Execute and analyze vulnerability scan results using DISA ACAS and Anchore Grype
Conduct remediation efforts and verify ing vulnerabilities are addressed in patched systems
Conduct static and dynamic code analysis using industry standard tools to detect security weaknesses and inform remediation efforts
Perform software dependency management, including tracking, updating, and assessing third-party components for known vulnerabilities
Generate and maintain software bill s of materials (SBOM) for support ing supply chain risk management and vulnerability tracking
Recommend and implement c onfigur ation and h arden ing remediation for systems and applications to comply with US Govt, Industry, or Vendor guidance
Produce and maint ain the program’s Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) to include vulnerabilities and compliance findings

Proficiency in one or more languages such as C/C++, Java, Python, or Rust.
Practical experience working in Linux environments (preferably Pi tBull ) , including command-line proficiency and familiarity with OS-level security controls
Proficiency in DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) including nomenclature , tooling , and hardening
Proficiency with security testing and vulnerability management tooling including SAST, DAST, SCA, and container scanning, with hands-on experience using tools such as SonarQube, Fortify, OpenSCAP , Syft , Grype , ACAS
Proficiency of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) principles , practices , and common application-security vulnerabilities
Experience utilizing security frameworks and standards such as NIST, RMF, OWASP, CWE, CVE, STIGs, OVAL, CVSS, or secure coding standards
Experience supporting system accreditation and authorization activities for RMF and NCDSMO assessments
Proficiency applying NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls , o verlays , and tailoring guidance to support system security plans and authorization packages
Experience using agentic or generative AI tools to develop, analyze, or automate solutions for cybersecurity problems
Experience with containers such as Podman (preferred), Docker , Kubernetes .
Experience with Gitlab and CI/CD pipelines
ISC² CISSP desired ; willing to pursue certification over time

Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions , NCDSMO Raise the Bar, and other NCDSMO CDS guidance
Experience with Ansible test management framework.
Experience with virtualization infrastructure and containers , ESXi preferred
Experience in DevSecOps environments and securing CI/CD pipeline
Experience using Anchore Syft and An chor Grype
Current SIPR access

Workplace Options: This position is Hybrid/Flex or fully on site as desired at the Scottsdale, AZ facility.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.

With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas.

Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose.

You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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