Assessment & Authorization Analyst

Leidos

Actively hiring
Ashburn, VA Posted 25 days ago $87,100–$157,450 / year
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At a glance

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TL;DR

This position at the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection Security Operations Center seeks an experienced Assessment and Authorization Analyst to ensure CBP Information Systems meet stringent security standards using NIST Risk Management Framework methodologies. The candidate will conduct formal assessments, evaluate system security controls, document findings, and recommend authorization to operate based on assessment outcomes. Daily tasks include creating comprehensive security documentation such as System Security Plans and Security Assessment Reports while adhering to federal policies like DHS 4300A and CBP Information Systems Security Policies. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT-related fields along with relevant experience, superior communication skills, and knowledge of information assurance concepts. Preferred qualifications include certifications such as CISSP and CASP+, prior CBP experience, and familiarity with DoD 8570 IAT III standards.

Skills

NIST_SP_800_37 Risk_Management_Framework DHS_4300A CBP_HB_1400_05D Information_Assurance IT_Security Critical_Analysis Writing_Communication Configuration_Management Contingency_Planning Application_Security Interface_Controls Data_Management_Systems NIST Risk_Mitigation Security_Documentation System_Security_Plan Security_Assessment_Report Authorization_to_Operate(AOT) Cyber_Threat_Analysis Network_Security Cloud_Security

What you'll do

  • Conduct formal assessments to determine if systems meet required security standards.
  • Evaluate system security controls and recommend improvements based on assessment outcomes.
  • Create comprehensive security documentation such as System Security Plans and Assessment Reports.
  • Ensure systems have necessary security measures in place before authorization to operate.
  • Assist in collecting information and answering questions regarding IT security management.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field with 4-8 years of experience
  • Master's Degree with 2-6 years of relevant experience
  • Experience as an ISSO supporting major federal information systems/applications
  • Deep understanding of Information Assurance, IT, and Information Management concepts
  • Superior writing, communication, and critical analysis skills
  • Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, DHS policies, and CBP security policies
  • Must be a US Citizen

Market check

Salary context

This $87,100–$157,450 range sits above 37% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$99,000–$163,905

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$114,100–$161,600

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 237 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 199 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 187 roles with salary data.

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