Cybersecurity Systems Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics
Washington
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 164,382 - 207,000 annuallyFunction: CybersecurityExperience: 10+ yearsEducation: certificationSkills: []

Lead cybersecurity accreditation and authorization (A&A) efforts for assigned systems by coordinating with ISSMs, security control assessors, systems owners, and engineering teams. Produce and maintain RMF-aligned documentation—including SSP/CONOPS, POA&Ms, and user/operational guides—while monitoring A&A project status and supporting audit liaison and compliance oversight. Conduct technical reviews to update control volatility and ensure readiness for TD, IATT, and ATO milestones.

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General Dynamics
General Dynamics
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Cybersecurity Systems Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) - TS/SCI with Polygraph

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Job Summary

Lead cybersecurity accreditation and authorization (A&A) efforts for assigned systems by coordinating with ISSMs, security control assessors, systems owners, and engineering teams. Produce and maintain RMF-aligned documentation—including SSP/CONOPS, POA&Ms, and user/operational guides—while monitoring A&A project status and supporting audit liaison and compliance oversight. Conduct technical reviews to update control volatility and ensure readiness for TD, IATT, and ATO milestones.
Location: Washington
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Cybersecurity
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead Accreditation and Authorization (A&A) reviews and coordinate with ISSMs and Security Controls Assessors (SCA).
  • •Document security control implementations and gather artifacts supporting RMF and ICD 503 Security Accreditation.
  • •Write and update A&A documents including Systems Security Plans (SSP), CONOPS, Contingency Plan (CP), User Guides (GUG/PUG), and SOPs.
  • •Track POA&M implementation responses/mitigations and gather evidence from systems owners, PMs, and engineering teams.
  • •Support audit liaison and compliance oversight, including technical reviews and actionable recommendations for process improvements.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 164,382 - 207,000 annually
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Technical training, certification(s) or degree plus 10+ years of related experience.
  • •DoD Manual 8570.01-M at the Information Assurance System Architects & Engineer (IASAE) Level II role.
  • •TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph.
  • •Provide and maintain A&A artifacts and support RMF/ICD 503 Security Accreditation efforts.
  • •Lead documentation updates including SSP/CONOPS, POA&M responses, and technical content reviews.
Experience:10+ years
Education:Certification / Diploma
Certifications:DoD Manual 8570.01-M (IASAE Level II)
Tech Stack:Information System SecurityPlan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)Risk Management Framework (RMF)ICD 503Annual ISCMOA Strategy Plan UpdateDoD Manual 8570.01-MIASAEHigh Value Asset (HVA)Security AccreditationAccreditation and Authorization (A&A)ISCMSOP

Eligibility

Security Clearance:TS/SCIPolygraph

Company Brief

General Dynamics
Provides IT, systems engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, and mission support services to U.S. federal civilian and defense agencies, delivering large-scale technology solutions and managed services for national security and government operations.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Tysons / Fairfax, United States
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