DHS Sr. Director, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & National Security Programs

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a senior program leader to direct a DHS-focused IT and mission portfolio with support for CISA, USSS, and the NLMS Portfolio. This hybrid role in Herndon, VA blends strategic planning, customer oversight, and P&L accountability as a P&L senior business leader within one of the company’s Sector business areas.

In this Sr. Director, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & National Security Programs position, you will set the operating direction for the portfolio, manage financial performance against targets, and help grow the business through re-compete wins and new business development. You will also supervise assigned technical and administrative staff, including subordinate supervisors, and support personnel actions such as hiring and performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the portfolio and set the strategic and operating plan for one of three Sector business areas or portfolios
• Own financial management with profit and loss responsibility for a high-growth portfolio, meeting or exceeding financial targets
• Provide customer and technical oversight to support exceptional customer satisfaction and employee engagement
• Drive growth in collaboration with Sector and Division resources, delivering strong book-to-bill performance, re-compete wins, and year-over-year new business growth
• Ensure alignment with Sector, Division, and Company strategy and objectives
• Supervise assigned technical and administrative staff, including subordinate supervisors, and perform personnel actions such as hiring and performance evaluation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in information technology, business, or a related discipline
• Master’s Degree is a plus
• 10+ years of experience leading programs or portfolios of similar or greater size
• P&L responsibility for program(s) greater than $50M+
• In-depth knowledge of the DHS mission and market, especially DHS HQ, CISA, and other National Security Customers
• Demonstrated ability to develop, grow, and maintain broad customer relationships
• Ability to coordinate, manage, and supervise Business Area operations and strategy
• Ability to manage and lead a geographically diverse team
• Experience driving organic and new business growth, including serving as the lead on large-scale (greater than $125M) new business pursuits
• Ability to effectively engage with C-suite leadership
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• Ability to motivate teams to perform exceptionally over long stretches of time and in challenging situations
• Exceptional communication skills, including customer and board-level briefings
• Ability to engage clients at senior levels where policy and trends can be anticipated and influenced
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government security clearance requirements
• Strong working relationships with current DHS leaders and decision makers
• Strong collaboration and team-player approach
• Significant proposal preparation and costing/pricing analysis skills
• Knowledge of enterprise IT strategies and technologies
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant corporate and government regulations and standards
• Experience serving the broader DHS market
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
• Prior experience as a DHS Federal Employee is a plus
• DHS EoD is a plus

Benefits

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

Salary and Work Requirements

• Likely salary range: $191,250 - $258,750 (yearly)
• Compensation note: Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements, and could fall outside the stated range
• Travel required: 10-25%
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
• Years of related experience: 10+ years