Cybersecurity Lead

Leidos

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Hampton, VA
Salary
$131,300–$237,350 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Nearby
47 roles within 25 mi

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

Leidos currently has 213 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$180,950 across 206 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Cybersecurity Lead

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Join the Leidos Digital Modernization team as a Cybersecurity Lead supporting the Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command. This senior-level role involves assessing and implementing cybersecurity measures for network architecture design and system integrations, ensuring compliance with NIST RMF standards. You will collaborate daily with technical teams and program leadership to secure systems, conduct risk assessments, and train team members on security practices. Key responsibilities include drafting Cybersecurity and Authority to Operate documents, managing continuous monitoring strategies, and addressing vulnerabilities promptly. The ideal candidate has 12-15 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus 10-13 years, with extensive knowledge in RMF processes and DISA STIGs. Strong communication skills and an active Secret clearance are required. Experience with Air Force customers and Zero Trust principles is preferred.

Skills

NIST RMF STIGs IAVAs TCNOs TCTOs APL DISA STIGs Continuous Monitoring Cybersecurity Assessment Ongoing Authorizations and Assessments Information Security Controls Risk Management Framework Risk Management Zero Trust Post Quantum Encryption

What you'll do

  • Provide cybersecurity expertise for network architecture design and modernization.
  • Develop and implement security solutions throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Ensure compliance with NIST RMF and other information security policies.
  • Conduct risk assessments and mitigate vulnerabilities using security frameworks.
  • Draft and approve Cybersecurity and Authority to Operate (ATO) documents.

What we're looking for

  • Requires BS degree in relevant field and 12-15 years of experience or MS with 10-13 years.
  • Extensive experience developing and managing accreditation artifacts and activities under DoD RMF process.
  • Experience configuring, installing, patching, and securing network devices per STIGs and local guidelines.
  • Expertise in conducting vulnerability management scans and implementing corrective actions based on security guidance.
  • Senior-level knowledge of information security concepts, policy frameworks, and best practices.
  • Ability to effectively communicate security-related concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Must have an Active Secret clearance and be a US Citizen.

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