Full-Time

Acquisition Security Analyst

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$140k - $164.6kAnnually

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Arlington, VA, USA

Onsite work required.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Risk Management

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Cybersecurity
  • Information Security
  • System Security
  • 10 + years of related experience
  • US Citizenship Required
  • Required: TS/SCI
  • Must be able to obtain: TS/SCI with CI polygraph
  • Must have extensive knowledge of the DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated in the Air Force acquisition process
Responsibilities
  • In-depth lifecycle program analysis to identify critical program information (CPI), Critical System Resources (CSR), and their associated vulnerabilities
  • Assist with the identification and implementation of countermeasures
  • Develop and implement a risk managed based program protection plan and strategy
  • Provide technical advice and security support to collateral and SAP programs and emerging mission areas
  • Provide security guidance to the GSSO and PM, as it relates to the Air Force acquisition and sustainment process
  • Provide specific guidance pertaining to the contract security requirements in reference to cost, feasibility and appropriateness of requirement
  • Maintain a working relationship with the Program Manager, Contracting Officer and contractor security officers to ensure a standardized and correct format/process is utilized for all DD Form 254 efforts throughout the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle
  • Directly support customer program protection/security officers in the development, execution and implementation of Program Protection Planning (PPP)
  • Assess threat and risk, develop risk management actions and implements long term courses of actions
  • Assist in the development and writing of operations security (OPSEC) plans, transition plans, emergency action plans, transportation plans and any other security documents as needed for the customer
  • Review program documentation for public release, to include ensuring Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) has proper markings, classifications and distribution statements per Air Force doctrine
  • Conduct analysis of foreign intelligence threats against programs involving customer's critical research, sensitive technologies or CPI
  • Prepare and produce analytical products from numerous resources, to include various databases, to ensure a real-time, tailored product is provided
  • Provide classification guidance and assistance for all security programs to include collateral and SAP programs
  • Analyze Counterintelligence reports and prepare written summaries of activities with potential impact to customer resources
  • Write, review, and/or edit Security Classification Guides (SCG), Exposure Contingency Plans (ECP), Managed Access Plans (MAP), Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), System Test Plans (STP)
  • Assist government system security engineers performing close out actions for SAPs as needed
  • Develop and implement quarterly and annual security education and training for personnel
  • Provide technical analysis and OPSEC support to SAF/AAZ and SAF/AQ Special programs and other associated operations, missions, and organizational elements involved in developing system requirements to associated systems RDT&E
Desired Qualifications
  • 2+ years of SAP experience required
  • Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years)
  • Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 3 years of experience
  • Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 5 years of experience
  • Maximum equivalent experience for SPED Certifications is no more than 5 years

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels like nuclear submarines. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to lead in defense technology evolution.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

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