Cybersecurity Specialist

🕒 2 days ago

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $69.5k - $125.7k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👮‍♂️ Cybersecurity / Security Engineer

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Leidos

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1969

🔒 Cybersecurity

🔬 Science

Defense • Cybersecurity • Science

Leidos is a leading systems integrator in science, technology, and engineering, providing solutions that transform and enable the missions of its customers. The company operates across various markets, including aviation, defense, energy, government, healthcare, intelligence, science, and space. Leidos is involved in AI, digital modernization, cyber operations, and integrated and mission software systems. With a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability, Leidos also engages in charitable efforts and community enrichment programs. Additionally, it contributes to developing solutions for counter-unmanned aerial systems and electric vehicle infrastructure for military applications.

📋 Description

• Lead and support the security accreditation process for information systems. • Develop, maintain, and review security authorization packages. • Conduct security control assessments in accordance with RMF and applicable security standards. • Collaborate with system owners, engineers, and stakeholders to implement security controls. • Perform security risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies. • Monitor systems for compliance with cybersecurity policies and standards. • Maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and track remediation activities. • Support continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability management and security reporting. • Prepare documentation for Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities. • Participate in internal and external cybersecurity audits. • Stay current on cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) • 3–7 years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or security compliance • Experience implementing or supporting the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) • Knowledge of: NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, FISMA, FedRAMP (preferred) • Experience with vulnerability assessment tools such as Tenable, Nessus, or ACAS • Strong understanding of security controls, risk assessment, and compliance documentation • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • At least one of the following Information Security Certifications: CISSP, CISM, Security+, CAP (Certified Authorization Professional), CGRC (Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance), CEH • Ability to obtain a Secret level Security Clearance.

🏖️ Benefits

• competitive compensation • Health and Wellness programs • Income Protection • Paid Leave • Retirement