Cybersecurity Analyst - ISSO

The ideal candidate will oversee, evaluate, and support documentation and assessment processes to meet government cybersecurity standards. The candidate will support external test and risk reduction events, implement STIGs for systems and assist system owners in addressing items on a POA&M. Candidate will be required to support multiple tasks in parallel, productively contribute in and lead team engagements, and communicate effectively to management, coworkers, and customers. Candidates must show willingness to expand technical expertise to increase the impact of contributions across the team and client mission.

Candidate must have Bachelors Degree in relevant field with at least 8 years of experience. Three years of applicable experience can serve as substitute for degree. In lieu of a degree a combination of education, military experience plus 11 years of may be considered.

• Must have a foundational understanding of cybersecurity with the ability to develop and maintain a Risk Management Framework authorization package. Familiarity with DoD STIG requirements, RMF, IAVM’s. Familiarity with Cybersecurity assessment tools such as ACAS, Nessus, SCC, STIG Viewer.
• Experience administrating Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Must comply with the experience, training, and certification requirements IAW DoD 8570.01 IAT level II or IAM level III.
• Must be a US citizen, possess and able to maintain a current Secret Clearance.
• Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area., * Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a highly-technical, team-oriented environment that includes customers and co-workers
• Strong desire to learn and constantly improve
• Experience mentoring and teaching Cybersecurity/IT methods and best practices to peers

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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.

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business., Leidos’ Defense Senor Research and Analysis Division is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst-ISSO to work in our Leidos Defense Sensors has offices in Huntsville, AL. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience to provide solutions to ensure compliance with the DoD RMF Framework for systems in development while maintaining continued functionality., 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.