Cryptographic Systems Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Clearance Level
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Category
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Location
Herndon, Virginia
(Onsite Workplace)
Key Skills For Success

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Cryptography

Technical Support

REQ#: RQ220578
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Systems Engineer supporting an information technology enterprise. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Systems Engineer joining our team.

      WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

      • Experience: 10+ years
      • Required skills:
      • Demonstrated experience with in-depth knowledge of General Dynamics crypto devices such as the E-100, FLEX, Micro, Nano, TL-10G, TL-1g, and next generation crypto devices, including their configuration, operation, and maintenance.
      • Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex cryptographic systems.
      • Demonstrated experience with technical knowledge of cryptographic principles, protocols, and technologies, including those related to General Dynamics crypto devices.
      • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex technical issues related to General Dynamics crypto devices and developing effective solutions.
      • Demonstrated experience with cryptographic protocols and standards, such as those related to encryption, decryption, and key management.
      • Demonstrated experience providing technical guidance and support to stakeholders, including written training documentation.
      • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders, to achieve project goals and objectives.
      • Demonstrated experience with GEM crypto manager(s) software.
      • Demonstrated experience providing technical guidance and support to stakeholders, including actively training personnel.
      • Security clearance level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
      • Desired skills:
      • Demonstrated experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
      • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
      • Demonstrated experience with technical knowledge of cryptographic principles, protocols, and technologies, including those related to General Dynamics crypto devices.
      • Demonstrated experience and familiarity with Sponsor networks and devices, including both new and legacy systems, to ensure seamless integration and support.
      • Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues related to General Dynamics crypto devices and develop effective solutions.
      • Demonstrated experience with agile project management methodologies to work effectively in a team environment.
      • Demonstrated experience with effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex technical information to various stakeholders, including technical and non-technical personnel.
      • Demonstrated experience and ability to work in a matrix environment. This includes being able to navigate multiple stakeholders, priorities, and timelines.
      • Location: Herndon, VA (On Customer Site)
      • US Citizenship Required


      GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

      • 401K with company match
      • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
      • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
      • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
      • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
      • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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      Work Requirements
      Years of Experience

      10 + years of related experience

      * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

      Certification

      Travel Required

      Less than 10%

      Citizenship

      U.S. Citizenship Required

      Salary and Benefit Information

      The likely salary range for this position is $162,037 - $219,227. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
      View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

      About Our Work

      We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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