Senior Site Security Officer

General Dynamics Information Technology

7d•$147,292 - $199,278•Remote

About The Position

Senior Site Security Officer Discover a career that is challenging, impactful, and mission‑critical. Join our team as a Senior Site Security Officer and make an impact on enterprise security operations, compliance, and identity protection. While you help us advance the mission, we’ll help you build your skills and advance your career.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
7+ years of experience in site security management, preferably in federal, regulatory, or controlled environments.
Demonstrated success owning security initiatives that improve compliance outcomes, reduce operational risk, or enhance user experience.
Strong understanding of IAM, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing practices.
Proven experience managing security training and awareness programs with measurable impact on organizational readiness.
Strong working knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.
Experience with security tools for monitoring, access control, vulnerability scanning, and incident management.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust or higher, per FSA requirements.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar cybersecurity certifications.

Responsibilities

Ensure site security policies comply with federal, state, and industry regulations such as the latest NIST frameworks, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and FISMA; drive measurable improvements in audit readiness by partnering with the FSA ISSO to streamline compliance efforts.
Manage identity and access management processes including identity verification, user permissions, access controls, and Zero Trust security measures, ensuring reductions in access‑related risk and strengthened protection of sensitive data.
Lead recurring vulnerability assessments and penetration testing; analyze trends, prioritize high‑impact findings, and oversee timely remediation to reduce exposure across the environment.
Design, deliver, and maintain robust security awareness training programs for teams involved in system changes and operations, improving training effectiveness and user adoption.
Oversee daily site security operations such as automated monitoring, incident response, and security reporting, ensuring rapid detection, minimized disruption, and continuous operational improvement.
Serve as the primary liaison between site security, IT security, law enforcement, and other internal/external stakeholders to ensure coordinated, efficient response and clear communication during security events.
Conduct investigations into security incidents, develop actionable risk mitigation strategies, and maintain thorough documentation to support compliance, reporting requirements, and long‑term prevention.
Identify gaps in the security environment and recommend improvements to policies, processes, response plans, and technical safeguards to drive measurable gains in security posture.
Lead security teams by setting clear expectations, reinforcing accountability, and cultivating a culture of vigilance, performance excellence, and proactive risk reduction.
Coordinate closely with cross‑functional teams, external vendors, emergency responders, and the FSA ISSO to ensure aligned and cohesive site security strategies that support operational integrity.

Benefits

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
dental plan options
a vision plan
a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
full flex work weeks where possible
a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness
an additional 10 paid holidays per year.
The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees.
short and long-term disability benefits
life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.