Information Assurance Engineer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chesapeake, VA
Salary
$69,550–$125,725 / yr
Posted
17 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

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This role $98k
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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 264 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Information Assurance Engineer

Information Assurance Engineer The Information Assurance Engineer joins the Digital Sector within the Chief Information Security Office to support the Program Executive Office (PEO PMW 550) program. Working alongside the Information System Security Manager, you will ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 controls and maintain critical information system integrity. Your daily responsibilities include performing risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and managing security documentation such as SSPs and POA&Ms. You will support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes within the eMASS system while conducting weekly audits and continuous monitoring. Technical requirements include operating SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners like SCAP and ACAS/Nessus. The role requires expertise in RMF, DISA STIGs, and Unix/Linux environments. You will address cybersecurity threats by coordinating remediation efforts and ensuring adherence to security policies for the mission's information systems.

What you'll do

  • Perform risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate security risks.
  • Support security authorization activities including Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
  • Maintain comprehensive security documentation such as SSPs, POA&Ms, and Security Assessment Reports.
  • Monitor and maintain security controls through continuous monitoring practices.
  • Operate and manage security tools including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners.
  • Respond to security incidents and coordinate remediation efforts.
  • Conduct compliance audits and reviews to ensure adherence to security policies.

What we're looking for

  • Must currently hold an active DoD Secret Clearance.
  • Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity or information assurance.
  • IAT II Certifications to meet DoD 8140 compliance, such as CompTIA Security+.
  • Strong ability to research, learn, and collaborate effectively.
  • Additional certifications such as MCP or Linux+ (preferred).
  • In-depth knowledge of DAAPM, NISPOM CFR Part 32 117.18, and NIST 800-53 (preferred).
  • Experience with RMF, eMASS, A&A processes, scripting in Unix/Linux, and tools like SCAP, ACAS/Nessus, or DISA STIGs (preferred).

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