Program Protection Officer

The function of this position is to support the Program Protection Office at the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center (JSMC) in Lima Ohio with responsibility for ensuring compliance across the US market in meeting Program Protection requirements as defined in new and existing programs. Advise functional leadership, Program Management and staff in the interpretation of security policies and the development of plans and procedures to meet customer Program Protection requirements.

About GDLS 

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.

That’s why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win.

Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let’s shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

Qualifications 

This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain security clearances). 

Position Requirements: 

• Bachelor of Science in Business, Criminal Justice or related discipline OR Associates degree in similar disciplines and additional 5 years related experience.
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience 
• Previous experience in law enforcement, DoD or military desired
• Strong understanding of information technology in regards to system/network administration.
• Ability to develop scripts to help manage data is desired but not required
• Solid understanding of ground combat and support vehicle technical work 
• Ability to rapidly analyze complex data, conduct research, and acquire facts 
• Sound and logical thinking in choosing a course of action 
• Good organizational skills, flexibility and sound judgement 
• Demonstrated experience working in teams and matrix environments 
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and coordinate activities within deadlines 
• Ability to interact with senior management on matters pertaining to program protection and procedures 
• Ability to analyze DD Form 254’s, Security Classification Guides and related security documentation for Program Protection requirements 
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) 

Role Responsibilities 

• Guides assessment, definition, development, and implementation of program protection requirements, including assessing data security provisions in technical reviews, specifications, engineering and test plans, designs, sub-contractor SOWs, RFPs, and other acquisition and engineering plans and documents. 
• Guide the assessments of incoming RFP’s and Contract Modifications for Program Protection requirements and advising program leadership and contracts with cost and impacts for implementation of the Program Protection requirements. 
• Participate in development of Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIP) as required by each program with PPIP responsibilities  
• Advise Program Management and staff in the interpretation of program protection policies and the development of plans and procedures to meet customer program protection requirements 
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable federal laws and regulations including NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, Executive Order 13526, various DoDI and DFARS clauses and other applicable program protection policies.  
• Responsible for development and implementation of program protection strategies for existing and new programs, including analysis, and other activities designed to ensure comprehensive, consistent protection strategies are incorporated into the planning and execution of programs. 
• Support development of a consistent program folder structure and manage their execution including managing and applying access controls. 
• Serves as secondary interface with government program managers and security officers, internal/external customers, security support staff, Program Management, program personnel, and the GD Land Systems Facility Security Office  
• Strong understanding of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) with the ability to train program personnel in recognizing and protecting CUI. 
• Guide in the managing and tracking of data access controls including communication across the user community to ensure compliance with program protection specific requirements.  
• Provide guidance, manage and participate in peer reviews to ensure proper document (data) markings have been applied(requires a good understanding ground combat and support vehicle technical work) 
• Position will report to the Sterling Heights Program Protection Officer with dotted line reporting responsibility to the Industrial Security Manager at the Lima Ohio JSMC facility. 

What We Offer 

• We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k match up to (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 work schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment

Additional Information 

• This position may require occasional travel to various US locations
• Availability to work outside regular business hours as needed, to address critical issues. 

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.