Job Description

Salary: $104,650 - 189,175 per year Requirements:

• We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree with 10 or more years of relevant experience (or a Master’s degree with 8 years); additional experience, training, and/or certifications may be accepted in place of the educational requirement.
• A U.S. Citizen who currently holds an active TS/SCI or Secret clearance (with the ability to upgrade/maintain TS/SCI upon hire).
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II+ certification (e.g., Security+ CE, SSCP, GSEC).
• At least 3 years of experience using ACAS, Evaluate-STIG, SCAP, and related vulnerability tools.
• Practical experience with DoD RMF, XACTA/eMASS, and NIST 800-53 documentation.

Responsibilities:

• As the Information Assurance & Cybersecurity Lead, I will manage risks associated with processing, storing, or transmitting information to minimize impacts on the integrity and availability of information systems. My responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with both regulatory and non-regulatory requirements. Key tasks will involve the management and enforcement of information security policies, educating end-users on best practices, conducting security and risk assessments based on established frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, Common Criteria), mitigating risks through security controls, and ensuring the protection of data throughout its life cycle. Specific duties include:
• Serving as the primary cybersecurity contact for system owners, developers, and major stakeholders.
• Developing and standardizing ISSO processes that align with DoDI 8500.01 for compliance.
• Promoting lessons learned, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement for the ISSO team.
• Overseeing every phase of the RMF lifecycle—from system categorization to continuous monitoring.
• Preparing and maintaining A&A documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and Security Assessment Reports.
• Championing the implementation and verification of NIST 800-53 controls and STIG compliance.
• Leading vulnerability scanning, audit log reviews, and ensuring accurate control documentation in eMASS/XACTA/CORE.
• Guiding systems toward ATO and supporting cybersecurity readiness efforts, including CCRIs and internal audits.
• Collaborating on incident response strategies and contingency planning with engineering and operations teams.
• Mentoring junior IA engineers and assisting with emergent maintenance tasks.

Technologies:

• Support
• RHEL
• Security

More:

At Leidos, we are committed to a mission and dedicated to delivering innovative solutions through our diverse and skilled workforce. We empower our teams, give back to our communities, and operate sustainably, with a strong emphasis on integrity and doing what’s right for our customers, our people, and the community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values steer our operations.

If you are ready for your next career challenge, our Mission Operations Division within the National Security Sector is looking for an Information Assurance & Cybersecurity Lead at our Colorado Springs office. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to the RHEL Project, where we protect crucial systems that support U.S. government operations. If you are motivated by precision, accountability, and collaborative high-stakes challenges, this position might be perfect for you.

We are seeking individuals who have a solid understanding of defense information assurance principles, along with skills that will set them apart, such as CISSP certification, a background in USAF or DoD cybersecurity, familiarity with NISSC or similar Air Force/Space Force programs, and current TS/SCI clearance.

Join us as we innovate and tackle complex problems with creativity and resilience!

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