Full-Time

User Support Technician

Posted on 1/17/2025

General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$105.6k - $132.3kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Fort Belvoir, VA, USA

Hybrid telecommuting options available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
IT Support
IT & Security
Required Skills
Operating Systems
Oracle
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Nuclear Accountability or reporting experience
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level II (ex. CCNA-Security, Security + CE, CND, etc.)
  • Security Clearance: Fully adjudicated Secret to start w/TS SCI eligibility
  • Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, 5+ years of experience
Responsibilities
  • Provides immediate support on all nuclear weapons accountability issues identified by users
  • Provides business hour network monitoring, and 24/7 call-in support (on-call support on weekends)
  • Ensures all problems reported by end users have been adequately documented and controls exist so only authorized staff can archive the end users' entries, as well as, determine if there are sufficient controls to escalate issues according to priority
  • Performs user account management per the Account Management Plan
  • Performs advance software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages
  • Supports developing DIAMONDS applications training lesson plans, for initial user and follow-on educational or refresher training distributing copies (hardcopy/electronic) of training materials, and conducting training either on-site or over-the-phone
  • Provides technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, and software; respond to queries, run diagnostic programs, isolate problems, and determine and implement solutions
  • Accessing databases using Toad for Oracle and Oracle SQL Plus to research and rectify nuclear weapons accountability issues
  • Provides system updates and statuses to Government leadership via daily stand up meeting with PowerPoint slides and Analysis of Alternatives PowerPoint briefings as needed
  • Operates and maintains the necessary procedures, hardware, network connections, and software required to monitor all DSMS systems and trouble tickets from users
  • Provides technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware; walk customers through problem-solving process; follow up with customers to ensure issue has been resolved
  • Collects and evaluates incident reporting practices and operations
  • Manages IT incidents and problems in general accordance with IT service management principles such as ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library)

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. 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 Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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Simplify's Take

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