Information System Security Professionals ISSO ISSE

Leidos

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Annapolis Junction, MD · Fort Meade, MD Posted 63 days ago $131,300–$237,350 / year
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Leidos seeks Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) and Engineers (ISSEs) for its Intelligence Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area in Maryland. These roles involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop robust security frameworks, manage daily security operations, and ensure compliance with government regulations and NIST standards. ISSOs will propose and enforce policies, conduct assessments, and support certification processes, while ISSEs will design secure systems, validate requirements, and mitigate risks throughout the lifecycle. Both positions require expertise in cybersecurity principles, risk management, and a deep understanding of security engineering methodologies. Candidates should hold relevant certifications like Security+, CISSP, or CASP+ CE and have extensive experience ranging from 7 to over 20 years, depending on seniority level.

Skills

DoD 8570 CISSP Security+ Terraform AWS Kubernetes Python PostgreSQL Git NIST RMF Cryptography Linux Windows Server Vulnerability Assessment Risk Management System Security Engineering Configuration Management ISO 27001 Penetration Testing

What you'll do

  • Propose and enforce information systems security policies and standards.
  • Manage daily security operations and maintain the operational security posture.
  • Evaluate security solutions to ensure compliance with classified information requirements.
  • Prepare and review security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs).
  • Assess vulnerabilities and risks, supporting certification and accreditation processes.
  • Design and implement secure information systems resilient against threats.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience.
  • DoD 8570 certification compliance (IAT II, IAM I/II/III, IASAE I/II/III).
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Experience managing security policies, standards, and methodologies.
  • Ability to perform vulnerability assessments and support certification processes.
  • Proficiency in system security design, risk management, and RMF compliance.
  • Expertise in integrating robust security measures into information systems.

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $167k
This role $184k
$106k most similar roles pay here $251k

This role pays more than 70% of similar roles. Most pay $142,400–$192,162 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $184k versus about $167k for comparable roles.

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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 231 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $105,300–$190,350 across 219 roles with salary data.

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