General Dynamics Information Technology ยท 2 weeks ago
IT Security Team Lead
USA MD Bethesda
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$162K/yr - $218K/yr
9+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government. The IT Security Team Lead will oversee cybersecurity policies implementation, manage a team of IT security professionals, and coordinate efforts to protect the National Library of Medicine's infrastructure.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Lead the architectural design and integration of security products into the enterprise network
Identify and mitigate significant cybersecurity risks, trends, and vulnerabilities
Oversee the development and implementation of security strategies, policies, and enforcement mechanisms
Review new systems, networks, and software designs for security risks and integration issues
Coordinate infrastructure protection efforts in compliance with HHS and NIH directives (e.g., HSPD-7)
Supervise and mentor a team of IT security specialists and contractors
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of security initiatives
Serve as the escalation point for complex security incidents and technical challenges
Coordinate with NLM Incident Response Team in investigations of security violations
Coordinate with HHS CSIRC, OIG, and law enforcement as needed
Recommend and track remediation actions and ensure follow-through
Coordinate with IT operations teams on firewall upgrades and SSL VPN tunnel management
Monitor and enforce security policies across Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto firewalls
Evaluate and implement security tools to protect information resources
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
10 years of minimum work experience (8 with MS; 14 without degree)
5 years of specialized experience in system administration
7 years of specialized experience in system security administration
CISSP (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
Ability to obtain Level 2 Secret (ANACI) security clearance
Preferred
Experience with Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto security platforms
Proficiency with tools like Nmap, Wireshark, tcpdump
Familiarity with SIEM, proxy, and URL filtering systems
Strong grasp of networking protocols (TCP/UDP, OSI Model, VLANs, routing)
Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills
Benefits
A variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
A vision plan
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
Full flex work weeks where possible
A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
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