
Information Assurance Engineer - Intern Conversion
Required skills
- U.S. citizenship
- security plans
- contingency plans
- security testing
- security scanning
- secure maintenance
- system security design
- security requirements analysis
- security requirements flow down
- systems engineering concepts
Nice to have
- Top Secret Clearance
Role summary
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) is seeking an Information Assurance Engineer intern to support the development and execution of security documentation and testing for defense programs. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, and the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance. The intern will assist with security plans, A&A/C&A documentation, security testing, and system security design efforts. Strong systems engineering concepts, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are necessary. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of 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.
Responsibilities for this Position
Duties and Tasks:
• Supports the development of program required security documentation, including items such as security plans, contingency plans, and security tests plans and procedures in compliance with IA policy
• Supports the generation of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) (or Certification and Accreditation (C&A) documentation for the program
• Participates in A&A (or C&A) activities
• Executes or supports execution of security testing and evaluation to ensure the correct implementation of security requirements
• Executes security scanning
• Supports secure maintenance
• As a member of the cyber security team, may support the system security design effort, security requirements analysis, and security requirements flow down to the program elements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Working knowledge of systems engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Working knowledge of the system engineering process
• Working knowledge of verification and validation process
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Works well within a team and understands the concept of influence management
• Ability to clearly recognize and report information relevant to sound systems engineering design
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office applications
• Creative thinker
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Combined Salary Range
USD $90,500.00 - USD $92,900.00 /Yr.Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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