General Dynamics

Advanced Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

General Dynamics$112K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Systems Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s; 3+ years with Master's.
  • U.S. citizenship required; valid Department of Defense Secret security clearance preferred.
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle practices.
  • Experience with cyber best practices and security compliance standards.

Responsibilities

  • Design cybersecurity capabilities aligned with Navy requirements.
  • Analyze existing systems and development processes.
  • Conduct threat analyses and risk assessments.
  • Translate government security requirements into system requirements.
  • Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the engineering lifecycle.
  • Develop and review accreditation documentation.
  • Collaborate with various engineering and program teams.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
  • Research-driven work with top-tier teams focused on national security.
  • Flexible work schedules, including a 9/80 option with every other Friday off.
  • Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, and health programs.
  • Employee resource and social groups for community engagement.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering 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 preferred 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 ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES

As a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, you will help design and implement cybersecurity capabilities for mission-critical U.S. Navy systems. This role is well suited for a systems engineer who is ready to take greater ownership of technical work, expand their cybersecurity expertise, and contribute throughout the systems engineering lifecycle.

 

You will work with a collaborative Agile team to translate customer needs and security controls into effective system solutions. Your work will directly support the security, resilience, and accreditation of systems important to our nation’s defense.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design cybersecurity capabilities that meet Navy requirements and address evolving threats.
  • Analyze existing systems, engineering documentation, and development processes.
  • Conduct cybersecurity threat analyses and risk assessments.
  • Translate government requirements and security controls into clear, verifiable system requirements.
  • Maintain requirements traceability throughout the engineering lifecycle.
  • Develop and review systems engineering and accreditation documentation.
  • Collaborate with engineering, test, logistics, cybersecurity, and program teams.
  • Support Authorization and Accreditation activities with customers and other stakeholders.
  • Communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations to technical and nontechnical audiences.
WHAT SETS YOU APART

We encourage you to apply if you bring several of the following skills or experiences:

  • A solid foundation in systems engineering principles and lifecycle practices.
  • Experience developing, managing, and tracing system requirements.
  • Familiarity with access control, auditing, network security, intrusion prevention, or encryption.
  • Exposure to ICD 503, NIST SP 800-53, the DoD Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), or the DoD 8500 series.
  • Experience with threat analysis, risk assessment, or accreditation support.
  • Strong technical writing skills and experience producing clear, accurate engineering documentation.
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate across engineering disciplines.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
  • A rewarding career path with opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and increased technical responsibility.
  • Research-oriented work alongside award-winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security.
  • Flexible schedules, including the option for every other Friday off through a 9/80 schedule.
  • Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource groups, social groups, and more.

Learn more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits.

WORKPLACE OPTIONS

This position is primarily on-site, with hybrid and flexible work options available. When working on-site, you will join the General Dynamics Mission Systems team in Manassas, Virginia.

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Salary NoteThis 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 RangeUSD $112,924.00 - USD $125,275.00 /Yr.

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
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