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General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 129,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Educational assistance

Internal mobility team

Rewards program

Innovative environment

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a cybersecurity engineer to advance mission-critical IT security across enterprise systems and cloud environments. You will work on forensics, incident response, and secure architectures supporting 24/7 IT services.

The role requires 5+ years in cybersecurity, TS/SCI eligibility, and a BA/BS. It offers growth, strong benefits, and collaboration within a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS (or equivalent)
• 5+ years cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, or security architecture
• ITIL Foundations v4 or ability to obtain in 9 months
• Current/active Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
• Location: Offutt AFB, NE

Responsibilities

• Experience with cyber forensics, intrusion detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment tools (Splunk, Nessus, Wireshark, Nmap, AWS/Azure/GCP security tools)
• Strong background in system/network security, cryptography, secure architectures, firewalls, and DevSecOps
• Proficiency in Java, C++, Python with secure coding and automation
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP), virtualization, identity management, security compliance
• Experience designing secure architectures for enterprise systems and cloud platforms
• Knowledge of secure programming and automation for security workflows

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Incident response

DevSecOps

Cloud security

Secure coding

Java

C++

Python

Education

BA/BS or equivalent

Tools

Splunk

Nessus

Wireshark

Nmap

AWS

Azure

GCP

Terraform

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Information Assurance, Information Technology (IT), Information Technology Security Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT: The work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of USSTRATCOM. USSTRATCOM is a Combatant Command responsible for strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, and enterprise IT services essential to national security. It oversees Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3), Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO), Global Strike, and Missile Threat Assessments, working closely with other Combatant Commands, Services, and defense agencies. SCITLS will be a key component that will ensure mission success and the safety of the U.S. and its allies by providing 24/7 IT services and network support for NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, and SAP/SAR environment.

• Experience with cyber forensics, intrusion detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment tools (Splunk, Nessus, Wireshark, Nmap, AWS and Azure security tools)
• Strong technical background in system security, network security, cryptography, secure architectures, firewalls, and DevSecOps environments
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, and Python, with hands on experience in secure coding and automation.
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), virtualization, identity management, and security compliance frameworks.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP-ISSEP and ASEP, GIAC, GCIH, CEH, or other advanced cybersecurity credentials.
• Demonstrated strength in problem solving, communication, documentation, and attention to detail.
• Experience designing secure architectures for enterprise systems, applications, and cloud platforms.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: BA/BS (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, or security architecture experience.
• Required Certifications: ITIL Foundations v4 Certificate or the ability to obtain within 9 mos
• Must have a current/active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI status
• Location: Offutt AFB, NE Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cyber forensics, intrusion detection, threat analysis, and incident response.
• Experience or knowledge of Systems Engineering, Systems Security Engineering, and System life cycle processes and procedures.
• Strong background in system/network security, encryption algorithms, cryptography, identity management, and secure architectures.
• Proficiency with tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Wireshark, Nmap, AWS/Azure/GCP security suites, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Knowledge of secure programming in Java, C++, Python, and automation for security workflows.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, virtualized environments, cloud security frameworks, and infrastructure as code (Terraform).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISSP-ISSEP, GIAC, CEH, or equivalent advanced cybersecurity credentials.
• Strong communication, documentation, analytical skills, and attention to detail.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Excellent customizable health benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• 401K with company match
• Educational Assistance and eLearning
• Internal mobility team dedicated to employee advancement
• Rewards and Recognition programs
• Innovative and collaborative environment encouraging highly motivated critical thinking

#SCITLS The likely salary range for this position is $129,813 - $128,800. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA NE Offutt AFB Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and 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. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as 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. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process: As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work: We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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