Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

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. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months of relevant experience.

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.

Skills

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.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare benefits
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee resource groups
• Social groups

Flexible schedules, including the option for every other Friday off through a 9/80 schedule. Learn more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits.

Pay

Target salary range: USD $90,833.00/Yr. - USD $100,767.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

Schedule

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.