Senior Security Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Manassas, VA

11d•$97,622 - $103,000

About The Position

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, the Senior Security Specialist coordinates and performs routine to intermediate security tasks to ensure compliance with contractual, program, and security requirements. The role participates in administering and coordinating one or more security programs or activities, conducts security briefings, and maintains security education programs. It also partners with government agencies to help ensure compliance with directives and regulations and to obtain rulings, interpretations, and deviations as appropriate. The position supports a mission-focused organization that applies advanced technologies to challenges across cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar, and other domains.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience; alternatively, a master’s degree.
Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance at the time of hire.
Must meet U.S. Government eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be a U.S. citizen.
Solid knowledge of security policies and procedures, with the ability to interpret security requirements and apply them consistently across diverse situations.
Solid knowledge of general security functions and a substantial understanding of policies and procedures, including NISPOM, NISPOMSUP, the NSA Industrial COMSEC Manual, 90-1, and specific Program Security Directives (PSD).

Nice To Haves

General Dynamics experience is strongly preferred.
Intuitive ability to anticipate potential problem areas and resolve issues.
Team-oriented approach and ability to thrive in collaborative environments.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to prioritize, schedule, and complete multiple tasks.
Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform routine to intermediate security tasks to ensure compliance with contractual, program, and security requirements.
Participate in the administration and coordination of security programs and activities.
Conduct security briefings and maintain security education programs.
Partner with government agencies to support compliance with directives and regulations and obtain rulings, interpretations, and deviations as appropriate.