Senior Systems Engineer - Cybersecurity Software

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer and cybersecurity subject matter expert to support software delivered to mission-critical U.S. Navy computer systems. In this onsite role in Manassas, VA, you will help customers define and verify detailed software requirements and cybersecurity capabilities to prevent, detect, or mitigate cyber attacks.

Location and Work Options

• Manassas, VA (onsite)
• Primarily on-site, with the opportunity for hybrid and flexible work options
• On-site work is with the General Dynamics Mission Systems team in Manassas, Virginia

Compensation

• USD 164,892 - 182,928 per year
• Estimated range is based on experience and other factors (including geographic location); actual pay may vary
• Combined salary range: USD $164,892.00 - USD $182,928.00 /Yr

Role Summary

Serve as a Senior Systems Engineer and cybersecurity subject matter expert for assigned software delivered to mission-critical U.S. Navy computer systems. Partner with customers to develop and verify detailed software requirements and cybersecurity capabilities designed to prevent, detect, or mitigate cyber attacks.

Responsibilities

• Act as the cybersecurity subject matter expert for assigned software capabilities, providing technical guidance to customers and engineering teams
• Collaborate with customers to understand mission needs, operational environments, cybersecurity threats, and product priorities
• Develop clear, detailed, and verifiable low-level software requirements translating customer needs into implementable capabilities
• Analyze system architectures, interfaces, data flows, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities to inform requirements and design decisions
• Recommend software capabilities and technical mitigations to prevent, detect, or reduce cybersecurity risks
• Work with software engineers to evaluate technical approaches and design tradeoffs
• Coordinate with test engineers to define verification criteria, resolve requirement questions, and confirm delivered capabilities meet customer needs
• Maintain requirements traceability through development, integration, testing, and delivery
• Stay current on cybersecurity news, emerging exploits, adversary techniques, and defensive technologies; assess implications for the product
• Develop and review systems engineering, cybersecurity, and accreditation documentation as needed
• Communicate technical findings, risks, recommendations, and progress to customers, program stakeholders, and engineering teams
• Mentor less-experienced engineers within your area of expertise

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• OR Master's degree, plus minimum 6 years of relevant experience

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare benefits
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee resource groups
• Social groups
• Flexible schedules, including the option for every other Friday off through a 9/80 schedule
• Competitive benefits

Clearance Requirements

• A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire
• Selected applicants 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 company facilities, U.S. citizenship is required

What Sets You Apart

• Strong systems engineering experience with software, including developing and managing detailed, verifiable software requirements
• Experience working directly with customers to translate operational needs into technical requirements and deliverable capabilities
• Cybersecurity expertise grounded in how attacks work, including familiarity with attack vectors, vulnerabilities, adversary techniques, and practical mitigations
• Interest or experience in secure system design and in shaping cybersecurity software capabilities throughout development
• Ability to work effectively with software and test engineers to clarify expected behavior, evaluate technical tradeoffs, and verify outcomes
• Knowledge of cybersecurity capabilities such as access control, auditing, network security, intrusion prevention, encryption, or vulnerability detection
• Genuine interest in staying current on cybersecurity research, news, emerging exploits, and defensive practices
• Experience applying ICD 503, NIST SP 800-53, the DoD Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), DoD 8500 series, or comparable DoD cybersecurity guidance
• Experience with threat analysis, risk assessment, requirements traceability, or accreditation support
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, including explaining complex cybersecurity topics to technical and nontechnical audiences
• Experience working in an Agile environment and proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Additional Posting Notes

• This job posting will remain open until the position is filled