Information Assurance Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret 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

Information Assurance EngineerJoin the team at General Dynamics Mission Systems, where we protect what matters most.

 

What You’ll Experience

• Build and maintain security artifacts like Risk Management Framework (RMF) security plans, testing plans, and System Impact Analyses to ensure compliance, readiness, and legitimate security of government systems.
• Conduct security tests and vulnerability scans using both manual and automated methods to identify and address risks.
• Collaborate with Development and Test teams to integrate and verify security requirements in cutting-edge cloud-native DevSecOps environments.
• Lead and support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) events, ensuring systems meet critical security standards.
• Work on-site at customer facility in Boulder Colorado, Buckley Air Force Base or remotely from home  (3-5 days/week on site), driving hands-on impact.

What You Bring to the Table

• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 RMF, STIGs, and the Assessment and Authorization process.
• Strong understanding of Linux, Windows, and cloud-native technologies (FedRAMP experience is a plus).
• A proactive security mindset with the ability to identify and challenge system behaviors that deviate from security principles.
• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to convey complex security concepts clearly.
• Active Secret (required).

What Sets You Apart

• Experience thriving in Agile teams, prioritizing and managing tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to lead security workgroups and collaborate directly with customers and senior stakeholders.
• A creative problem-solver with a knack for multi-tasking and driving innovative solutions.
• Hands-on expertise with security design, systems engineering principles, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Passionate about embedding security into every phase of system development.
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

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 $118,570.00 - USD $125,000.00 /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