Information Security Sr. Principal (Azure Security Senior Engineer)

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$148K — $201K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Security, IT, or Networking
  • 10+ years of related experience
  • 5+ years of cloud security experience, including 2+ years in Azure Government or DoD environments
  • Active Secret clearance
  • Experience with DoD SRG/STIG/CIS Benchmarks

Responsibilities

  • Support government personnel in authorizing secure networks/applications in Azure Government Secret environments
  • Develop and submit A&A packages in eMASS
  • Configure and manage security controls across Microsoft Defender and other Azure services
  • Provide guidance for SIEM/SOAR integrations for monitoring and incident response
  • Collaborate with mission owners to ensure secure DevSecOps pipelines
  • Manage POA&Ms to address identified vulnerabilities
  • Develop System Security Plans documenting NIST 800-53 controls

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with onsite requirements
  • Travel up to 10% based on customer needs
  • Opportunity to work with federal civilian agencies
  • Impactful role in protecting mission-critical systems
  • Collaborative environment with engineering and compliance teams
Full Job Description

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Microsoft Azure, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Security Vulnerability Assessments

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Information Security Analyst Duties and Responsibilities:

Your Impact
Join a team supporting federal civilian agencies and contribute to protecting and enabling mission‑critical systems that serve U.S. citizens.


Information System Security Officer – Duties & Responsibilities:


• Support government personnel in authorizing secure networks/applications in Azure Government Secret environments
• Develop and submit A&A packages in eMASS
• Configure and manage security controls, auditing, logging, vulnerability management, and CONMON activities across Microsoft Defender, Key Vault, Azure Policy, and other Azure security services
• Provide guidance for SIEM/SOAR integrations (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel IL6) for monitoring, logging, and incident response
• Support engineering teams in implementing remediations aligned with NIST 800‑53, DoD STIGs/SRGs, and CIS Benchmarks
• Collaborate with mission owners, compliance teams, and developers to ensure secure DevSecOps pipelines
• Support ATO processes by developing security documentation, gathering control evidence, and assisting with audits
• Navigate federal systems through the authorization process to achieve and maintain ATO
• Work closely with Program and DOC ITD IA teams to maintain required security authorizations
• Develop System Security Plans (SSPs) documenting implementation of NIST 800‑53 Rev 5 and overlay controls
• Coordinate with third‑party assessors for security assessments
• Manage POA&Ms to address identified vulnerabilities
• Ensure continuous monitoring plans meet agency requirements
• Prepare authorization packages for government review
• Maintain compliance through established change‑management processes
• Serve as liaison between technical teams and authorizing officials
• Translate security requirements into actionable technical tasks
• Ensure all documentation meets federal information system requirements

Key Skills for Success
• Microsoft Azure Security Stack (Sentinel, Defender, Auditing)
• RMF for classified systems/applications
• Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) management
• Experience with GRC tools (CSAM, eMASS)

Requirements & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Security, IT, or Networking
Active Secret clearance
• 5+ years of cloud security experience, including 2+ years in Azure Government or DoD environments
• Strong knowledge of Azure-native security tools, IL6 data-handling, cloud networking, and architectural validation
• Experience with DoD SRG/STIG/CIS Benchmarks
• Hands-on experience with classified enclaves, hardened images, and enclave-to-enclave connectivity
• Deep experience with auditing, logging, vulnerability management, and secure configuration management
• Strong communication skills; customer-facing experience
• Knowledge of Agile software development
• Secret clearance required for start

Required Technical Skills:
• SCAP, STIGs, patching, eMASS, and related RMF tools
• Cybersecurity and A&A package development
• Experience obtaining ATOs and navigating the assessment/authorization process
• Experience across cybersecurity, information security, and IT security protocols and procedures

Experience:
• 5 years of relevant experience (may vary based on training, certifications, or degree)
• Cloud security experience (Azure Government) and SIPRNet exposure
• Experience with internet, web, application, and network security techniques
• Experience working in federal environments
• Ability to work independently and remotely

Certification Requirements:
• Active DoW 8570 IAT Level II/III (Security+, CISSP, CISM)

Additional Details:
• Travel: Up to 10% (may vary based on customer needs)
Location: Onsite at least 3 days per week; must reside in the DMV area
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

The likely salary range for this position is $148,750 - $201,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA DC Washington

Additional Work Locations:

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