Security Specialist in Marion, Virginia at Mission Systems

Security Specialist

ID: 2026-72807
US-VA-Marion US-VA-Marion
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 5/28/2026
Category: Security
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.

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

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

As the Senior Security Specialist, you’ll coordinate and perform routine to intermediate security tasks to ensure compliance with contractual, program and security requirements. This will include participating in the administration and coordination of one or more security programs/activities to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures, conducting security briefings and maintaining security education programs. Additionally, we will rely on you to partner with various government agencies to ensure corporation is compliant with directives and regulations and obtains rulings, interpretations and deviations, as appropriate.

This position is critical for maintaining our company's ability to perform on classified government contracts and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

• Regulatory and Contractual Mandate: As an entity with a Facility Clearance (FCL), we are required by 32 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 117, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Rule; Department of War (DoW) Special Access Program (SAP) Manuals; and customer directives to appoint qualified individuals to specific security roles.
• Key Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of this the Senior Security Specialist will perform essential, day-to-day security tasks mandated by NISPOM, SAP Manuals, and Customer Directives, including:
• Provide day-to-day security oversight in the Marion facility where Special Access Program (SAP) work is conducted.
• Coordinate SAP security matters including personnel vetting issues and security incidents with the government and prime security representatives.
• Implement and execute all SAP security requirements outlined in the SAP Manuals, as well as any additional guidance issued by the customer security director.
• Conduct annual self-inspections and document any necessary corrective action plans.
• Establish, conduct, and document initial, situational, and annual refresher training for all assigned SAP-accessed individuals.
• Develop, maintain, and submit program protection implementation plans to the customer for endorsement annually.
• Work with the Program Manager to create a secure environment to protect SAP information in each SAP facility (SAPF) in the Marion facility.

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or related field or the equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years relevant experience; or Master's degree. General Dynamics experience strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge of all security policies and procedures and ability to interpret security requirements and apply them consistently across diverse situations
• Solid knowledge of all general functions and substantial understanding of policies and procedures to include the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual Supplement (NISPOMSUP), National Security Agency (NSA) Industrial COMSEC Manual, 90-1, specific Program Security Directives (PSD)

What sets you apart:

• Intuitive nature to anticipate potential problem areas and resolve issues
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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 $77,284.00 - USD $81,510.00 /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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