Information Assurance Engineer
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General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
IL
Summary
The Information Assurance Engineer will implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and conduct security assessments for mission-critical systems. They are responsible for building RMF documentation, performing vulnerability scans, and collaborating with stakeholders to address cybersecurity challenges.
Job Description
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: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.
Responsibilities for this Position
What You’ll Experience:
- Hands-on work with the system development life cycle and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Implementing Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and running security assessments of a mission critical system.
- Building RMF documentation, including security plans, testing plans, and compliance analysis.
- Conducting vulnerability scans and compliance checks in a DevSecOps environment.
- Collaborating with teams, customers, and stakeholders to solve complex cybersecurity challenges.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Strong expertise in software engineering and cybersecurity frameworks like NIST SP 800-37 and 800-53.
- Experience with STIGs, security policies, and vulnerability assessments for different systems and devices.
- Hands-on technical experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Application Security and Development (ASD) STIG, static code analysis
- Proficiency in developing RMF documentation and performing compliance scans.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- A Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred), plus an active Security+ or CISSP certification.
What Sets You Apart:
- Participation in cybersecurity working groups and Agile teams.
- A self-starter mindset with creative problem-solving skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and security tools.
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
Location & Requirements:
- This position is on-site at Scott Air Force Base, near St. Louis MO.
- Must meet the security clearance and certification requirements stated above.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $112,924.00 - USD $125,275.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
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
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, we develop mission critical C4ISR solutions across the land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, but that doesn’t tell our whole story.
When downed pilots are isolated in enemy territory, our equipment gives them a lifeline to call home. When a student opens a textbook to learn about the universe, they’re looking at data and pictures sent using our technology. When the government needs to share crucial top-secret information, our products help them keep this information out of the wrong hands. When sailors need to locate underwater mines, our technology allows them to find explosives with unmanned underwater vehicles.
Delivering C4ISR technology is what we do but we think why we do it is more important.
Founded
1952
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Information Technology
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Chantilly, Virginia
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, we develop mission critical C4ISR solutions across the land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, but that doesn’t tell our whole story.
When downed pilots are isolated in enemy territory, our equipment gives them a lifeline to call home. When a student opens a textbook to learn about the universe, they’re looking at data and pictures sent using our technology. When the government needs to share crucial top-secret information, our products help them keep this information out of the wrong hands. When sailors need to locate underwater mines, our technology allows them to find explosives with unmanned underwater vehicles.
Delivering C4ISR technology is what we do but we think why we do it is more important.
Founded
1952
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Information Technology
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Chantilly, Virginia
