Senior Systems Security Engineer (cleared)
ID: 2026-74904
US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 9/10/2026
Category: Engineering-Systems
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense 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
We are seeking a Senior Systems Security Engineer who has experience in the design and development of NSA-certified Cybersecurity devices. This is not an IT based role.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct trade studies, perform functional system analysis, and develop CONOPS
Analyze, develop and maintain functional and security requirements throughout product development lifecycle
Develop real-time multi-threaded Embedded System security architecture and design using Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and techniques
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Collaborate with software and validation engineering teams to deliver Voice over IP solutions
Preferred Skills and Experiences
Voice over IP
Networking
NSA approved Cryptography/Encryption
Security requirements analysis
Real-Time multi-threaded Embedded System security architecture and development
Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
CISSP certification or similar
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
We value candidates who possess
Drive to expand knowledge and experience in designing complex systems
Ability to define project scope, schedule, and expected results
Initiative to complete assignments and ability to engage in technical direction and leadership
Our Commitment to You
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
Research-oriented work with award-winning teams
Competitive benefits package
Please note this position is 100% onsite in Scottsdale, AZ. This position requires an Active Secret security clearance.
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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 $142,696.00 - USD $158,303.00 /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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