Description Join Our Elite Team as a Cybersecurity Engineer (Information Assurance/Security Systems Engineer) Location: Suitland, MD (National Maritime Intelligence Center)
Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance
About Us: Leidos is seeking a dynamic Security Engineer to work onsite at the National Maritime Intelligence Center. This role is an exciting opportunity to enhance national security while advancing your career.
Why Join Us: - Expert Role: Be recognized as a leading expert in Cybersecurity and Security Engineering.
- Innovative Work: Influence the development of cutting-edge on-prem and Hybrid solutions.
- Autonomous Problem Solving: Utilize your technical expertise to tackle complex challenges independently.
- Pioneering Cybersecurity Practices: Provide comprehensive ISSE support and guide the integration of advanced cybersecurity and scanning tools.
Key Responsibilities: - Capture and integrate security requirements into IT systems.
- Conduct and oversee vulnerability assessments, ethical hacking, and penetration testing.
- Analyze IT systems for potential threats and provide actionable remediation recommendations.
- Develop and deliver training sessions on cyber tools and best practices.
- Research and evaluate emerging Cybersecurity tools and methodologies.
Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 8+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience. Additional experience, certifications, or trainings may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance.
- Active IAT or IAM Level III DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification (e.g., CISSP-ISSEP, or CASP certification) or the ability to obtain within 30 days.
- Experience with DIACAP/DoD RMF, DCID 6/3, ICD-503, NIST 800-53, and/or RMF.
- Proficiency in hardening modern operating systems and applying security engineering best practices.
- Some scripting experience is a plus.
- Up to 10% travel may be required.
Preferred Qualifications: - Software development experience in Java, C, C , or other programming languages.
- Systems Engineering and Network Administration expertise.
- Project Management experience.
Why Leidos? - Cutting-Edge Technology: Engage with innovative technologies.
- Career Advancement: Enjoy opportunities for professional development.
- Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in enhancing national security.
Elevate Your Career: Join us at the forefront of national security and cybersecurity innovation. Apply now to make a difference.
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Original Posting: March 21, 2025 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range: Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.