Senior IT Security Specialist

A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next

Opportunities to gain new knowledge as it’s discovered

A collaborative environment focused on delivering secure, reliable network and computer solutions

A Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or equivalent, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

Ability to develop, test, debug, and administer Enterprise products that support security protocols for established systems

Ability to apply current computer science technologies to the design, development, evaluation, integration, and support of secure computer systems and networks

Experience deploying, configuring, integrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise cybersecurity products

Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting network devices, servers, workstations, operating systems, and related hardware and software

Ability to analyze security alerts, diagnose technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions

Very strong knowledge of: Disaster recovery and continuity-of-operations planning Security incident response and handling methodologies Current cyber threats, attack techniques, security controls, and defensive technologies Cybersecurity product lifecycle management and operational support Resource management principles and techniques Server administration and systems engineering theories, concepts, and methods System lifecycle management, including software security, maintenance, and usability Information security program and project management principles and techniques Network architecture, protocols, services, monitoring tools, and performance management Endpoint, workstation, server, and network support practices Security architecture concepts and enterprise architecture reference models Applicable customer business processes and operations System software and organizational design standards, policies, and authorized approaches

Disaster recovery and continuity-of-operations planning

Security incident response and handling methodologies

Current cyber threats, attack techniques, security controls, and defensive technologies

Cybersecurity product lifecycle management and operational support

Resource management principles and techniques

Server administration and systems engineering theories, concepts, and methods

System lifecycle management, including software security, maintenance, and usability

Information security program and project management principles and techniques

Network architecture, protocols, services, monitoring tools, and performance management

Endpoint, workstation, server, and network support practices

Security architecture concepts and enterprise architecture reference models

Applicable customer business processes and operations

System software and organizational design standards, policies, and authorized approaches

Creative and analytical thinking with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong troubleshooting skills across cybersecurity, network, server, and computer environments

A collaborative mindset and commitment to team success

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans