Senior Advanced Security Specialist - (CPSO/CSSO)

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Advanced Security Specialist - (CPSO/CSSO)

ID: 2026-75084
US-CA-San Jose
Required Clearance: TS/SCI
Posted Date: 10/1/2026
Category: Security
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

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

Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, its often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, its waiting for you right now, right here.

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.

Recognized as an authority in your area of specialization, the Senior Advanced Security Specialist will participate in the administration and coordination of one or more security programs/activities to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures. This will include identifying program issues and implementing corrective actions, conducting security briefings, maintaining security education programs and planning for new security programs, including proposal preparation. Additionally, we will rely on you to provide leadership to a team, including their training and development as well as partner with various government agencies to ensure corporation is compliant with directives and regulations and obtains rulings, interpretations and deviations, as appropriate.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors degree in Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or related field or the equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience
• Tactical understanding of security principles in specialized field
• Exceptional knowledge of all security policies and procedures and ability to interpret security requirements and apply them consistently across diverse situations
• Strong knowledge and experience in specialized area of expertise to include Department of Defense (DOD), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Programs (SAP) (PSD)

What sets you apart:

• Intuitive nature to anticipate potential problem areas and resolve issues
• Be a self starter and have the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environement
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, make effective decisions and deliver timely results
• Prior industrial experience (Collateral, SCI or Special Programs)
• 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 $126,696.00 - USD $134,000.00 /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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