Cyber Defense Analyst (CDA) Technical Lead in San Antonio, Texas at Mission Systems

Cyber Defense Analyst (CDA) Technical Lead

ID: 2026-72988
US-TX-San Antonio
Required Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 6/12/2026
Category: Cyber
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Master's degree + minimum 6 years of relevant experience; or Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or equivalent relevant experience + minimum 8 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire with the ability to obtain a Polygraph within a reasonable amount of time. 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

Make a Difference in National Security as a Cyber Defense Leader
Join our team as a Cyber/Network Defense professional, leading analysts to safeguard critical systems. This role blends hands-on Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) with team leadership to protect our nation.

What You’ll Experience:

• Lead a team managing network defense, incident response, and compliance for enterprise systems.
• Oversee and enhance core security tasks like SIEM monitoring, access management, and risk compliance.
• Develop and implement team improvements, driving automation and modernization.
• Mentor and guide a high-performing team of Cyber Defense Analysts.
• Collaborate with leadership and government officials to achieve critical mission goals.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Cyber Defense experience and leadership in IT service and operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Help Desk expertise with a focus on customer service and efficiency.
• IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Detail-oriented approach to maintaining audit and security systems.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with Security Operations Centers, incident management, and threat hunting.
• Familiarity with SAFe Agile methods and tools like Jira or Confluence.
• Deep understanding of IT systems, Linux, and collaboration across IT disciplines.
• Innovative mindset, leveraging AI for security and operational improvements.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a leadership role—it's your chance to shape a team that balances cutting-edge defense operations with proactive security strategies, making a real impact on national security.

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 $154,401.00 /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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