Senior Security Associate in Scottsdale, Arizona at Mission Systems

Senior Security Associate

ID: 2026-75519
US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Top Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 10/15/2026
Category: Security
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance in 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

A Senior Security Associate assists in safeguarding an organization's systems and data by supporting the implementation of security protocols, monitoring for potential threats, and responding to security incidents, working under the guidance of senior security professionals to help maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.Key Responsibilities:
• Maintains accurate security records as assigned by management.
• Ensures all required security-related paperwork is completed, filed and distributed properly.
• Processes incoming and outgoing classified documents/media, COMSEC and facility security verifications.
• Reviews required company and government security records and reports discrepancies to supervision.
• Maintains database accuracy.

• Responds to routine employee security matters and refers more complex issues to appropriate security
supervision.

Essentials Functions:

-Manage and maintain meticulous inventory control programs and records for secure equipment (such as secure telephones and encryption devices) and classified keying materials.
-Oversee the secure receipt, control, storage, distribution, and ultimate destruction of COMSEC and cryptographic materials and hardware.
-Ensure required COMSEC safeguards are in place and adhered to.
-Train personnel and staff on proper COMSEC procedures, secure equipment usage, and handling protocols.
-Manage and conduct COMSEC inventories, internal self-inspections, and prepare for external government audits as required.
-Manage the establishment and maintenance of COMSEC storage areas.
-Identify, investigate, manage and report COMSEC incidents, compromises, or violations, and implement corrective measures.
-Communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence practices, processes and approaches.

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 $25.45 - USD $27.30 /Hr.

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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