Advanced IT Security Specialist

About the role

This position involves hands-on work with the system development life cycle and Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities include implementing STIGs, conducting security assessments, building RMF documentation, and collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on work with the system development life cycle and RMF
• Implementing STIGs and running security assessments of mission critical systems
• 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

Requirements

• Master's degree, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or equivalent relevant experience, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
• Must meet the security clearance and certification requirements stated above

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Strong proficiency in security tools
• Ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation using AI

Benefits

Target salary range: USD $101,357.00/Yr. - USD $109,672.00/Yr.

Pay

USD $101,357.00/Yr. - USD $109,672.00/Yr.

Schedule

On-site at Scott Air Force Base, near St. Louis MO.

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.