General Dynamics Mission Systems · 1 day ago
System Administrator \ Cybersecurity Professional
McLeansville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $111K/yr
2+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in engineering high technology solutions for defense and scientific missions. They are seeking a System Administrator / Cybersecurity Professional to support engineering development and maintenance of programs, focusing on Linux system administration and cybersecurity solutions.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support engineering development and maintenance of programs
Linux system administration
Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance
Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions
Works well in a team, can accept direction and constructive criticism
Independently identifies tasks or projects that need to be done and effectively prioritizes time to complete multiple assignments
Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons
Willingness to support both domestic and international travel up to 10%
Holds ownership by identifying alternatives in the midst of barriers to progress
Supports continuous improvement initiative
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field
Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire
Applicants selected 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 our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required
Support engineering development and maintenance of programs
Linux system administration
Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance
Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions
Works well in a team, can accept direction and constructive criticism
Independently identifies tasks or projects that need to be done and effectively prioritizes time to complete multiple assignments
Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons
Willingness to support both domestic and international travel up to 10%
Holds ownership by identifying alternatives in the midst of barriers to progress
Supports continuous improvement initiative
Experienced in Linux System Administrator for small/medium size networks
Understanding of vulnerability and compliance scanning, analysis of the scan results, and security patching specifically for the DoD
Working knowledge of Linux hardening
Familiarity with cyber security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and other government security specifications and guidelines
Network architecture and the application of network setup (LAN, NICs, Router Configurations)
Experienced in Cisco equipment for small/medium size networks
Hands-on experience setting up networks, including servers, network infrastructure equipment, and network end devices
Ability to work alone or in a team environment
Demonstrates ability to move into new teams and quickly learn project defined specific process while applying past knowledge and experience
Proven documentation skills and technical writing
Communicating technical information clearly so that it may be understood by a non-technical individual
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus 5 years of relevant experience
Linux system administration, RHCSA a bonus
Network+/Security+ or equivalent experience, CISSP a bonus
Cisco experience, CCNP a bonus
Experience with general network administration, Server+/Linux+ a bonus
Benefits
Highly competitive benefits
Flexible work environment
Contributions are recognized and rewarded
Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Elam
VP and CFO
Scott Butler
Senior Vice President Program Execution
Recent News
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