Cyber Security Specialist

Leidos, Inc.
Hampton, VA, United States
5 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$87,100.0 - $157,450.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Xacta Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Security Cyber Security Information Systems Databases Information Systems Security Architecture Professional Workflow Management Systems Information Technology Atlassian Tools

Job description

Leidos is seeking a IT professional for our Cyber Security Specialist position at Langley AFB Virginia .

The Cyber Security Analyst will ensure implementation of security features for the detection of malicious code, viruses, and adversaries. Produces risk assessment reports and remediation recommendations. The contractor will also ensure the unit’s information systems follow USAF and DoD guidance. The Cyber Security may also support the supplier risk management lifecycle throughout all phases, and insider threat/risk programs.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Works independently to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant impact on operational results or project deliverables.
  • Communicates with internal and client project team members. Works to implement solution designs and/or processes.
  • Represent the organization on various technical review and inspection teams
  • Coordinate with personnel on system security compliance and Information System Authority to Operate.
  • Conducts periodic reviews to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Notify organization when changes occur that might affect IS authorization
  • Assessing system security threats/risks.
  • Validating system security requirements definitions and analysis.
  • Support assessment and authorization process as needed.
  • Tracks security incidents and may be required to investigate, document, report, and provide future protective and corrective measures in response to such incidents.
  • Assist USAF, DoD, PMOs, and vendors with the development and execution of assessment and authorization (A&A)

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (computer science, engineering, preferred) and 4+ years of experience. Additional years of experience and certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Demonstrated experience in information security.
  • Current Top Secret SCI security clearance.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II Compliant.
  • Must have knowledge of RMF process, eMass, and XACTA workflow tools.
  • Experience using relevant AF systems and databases.
  • Knowledge of military policies and procedures relating to information technology.
  • Experience working with cloud computing and infrastructure (AWS, Azure, etc)
  • Maintains currency of required ADLS and/or INSCOM trainings.
  • Experience supporting Air Force ISR operations

Preferred Education/Experience:

  • AWS Security Engineering Course
  • ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional Course
  • ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional Course
  • Certified Information Security Manager
  • Experience working with Jira and Confluence
  • Experience with Air Force ISR units

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: August 25, 2026

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.

Benefits & conditions

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

About the company

Are you ready to join Leidos all-star team? Through training, teamwork, and exposure to challenging technical work, let Leidos show how to accelerate your career path., Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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