Senior Advanced IT Security Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Advanced IT Security Specialist

ID: 2026-70595
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Posted Date: 2/9/2026
Category: Cyber
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related specialized area or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense TS/SCI with Polygraph 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

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an opening for an Information Assurance Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ.

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about systems engineering and cybersecurity? We're looking for a skilled professional to join our team, ensuring secure, compliant, and innovative systems in a classified environment.

What Youll 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 across various platforms.
• 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 systems 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.
• Proficiency in developing RMF documentation and performing compliance scans.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• A TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph , 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.

Location & Requirements:

• This position is on-site in a classified facility in Scottsdale, AZ
• Must meet the security clearance and certification requirements stated above.

Take your expertise to the next level and contribute to impactful, secure system solutions!

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 $133,120.00 - USD $144,040.00 /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

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