Manager of Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Operations

Leidos Digital Modernization Sector has a career opportunity for a Manager of Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Operations to support the Air Force National Capital Region IT Services program. 

The AFNCR IT Services program provides support services for information systems for Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Air Force District of Washington (AFDW), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Chiefs of Staff, and other Air Force activities within the AFNCR, missions to include the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), and other locations, leased spaces, and alternate sites. The major support areas required are IT Operations and Maintenance; Plans, Projects, and Engineering (PP&E); and National Military Command Center (NMCC). The senior leaders and national defense missions that are supported require that the AFNCR operations never fail, resulting in a fast-paced, challenging, but also rewarding environment. 

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POSITION SUMMARY: 
We are seeking a mission-focused Manager of Cybersecurity Operations to oversee critical cybersecurity support functions including TEMPEST inspection operations, cybersecurity enforcement tools (e.g., Forescout), and user-facing compliance services (8140 and DLP waiver ticket queue). This individual will lead a multi-functional team responsible for protecting enterprise systems, enforcing DoD cyber standards, and ensuring service excellence across the cybersecurity help desk. 

Primary Responsibilities:
Lead day-to-day operations of three core teams: 

• TEMPEST Inspection Team – Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of EMSEC zone and equipment inspections. 

• Cybersecurity Tools Team – Manage configuration and policy development for tools like Forescout, ensuring alignment with Comply-to-Connect (C2C) and DoD control enforcement. 

• Customer Support Queue – Oversee ticket triage and processing for 8140 compliance reviews, DLP waiver validations, and related user-facing cyber requests. 

• Interface with the enterprise CSSP, ISSOs, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth escalation, documentation, and risk alignment. 

• Monitor tool health, policy enforcement efficacy, and inspection cycle deadlines. 

• Provide operational metrics to senior leadership and support audit readiness for AFMAN 17-130 and CORA/CCRI reviews. 

• Coach and develop staff, assign responsibilities, and ensure contract deliverables are met across operational lanes. 

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and implement process improvements through automation or policy updates. 

• Lead a team of Leidos employees and sub-contractors. Responsible for defining the team’s direction and ensure that individual and team goals align with the organization and customer mission. 

• Provide guidance, support, and resources to help team members succeed and feel motivated to contribute their best work. 

• Foster an environment of employee growth and development, promoting continuous learning and provide opportunities for skill enhancement. 

• Responsible for team staffing activities, as well as addressing performance concerns, resolving disputes or disagreements within the team.  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field 

• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 2 years in a team lead or supervisory role. 

• Familiarity with TEMPEST inspection principles, EMSEC requirements, or facilities security. 

• Experience with cybersecurity enforcement tools such as Forescout (policy creation, segmentation, C2C). 

• Strong understanding of DoD cyber service request workflows, especially 8140 and DLP waivers. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface across engineering, compliance, and end-user environments. 

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Air Force, JSP, or other DoD mission environments. 

• Working knowledge of AFMAN 17-130, Comply-to-Connect, and RMF control families. 

• Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or TEMPEST-specific credentials (CTTA, etc.). 

• Experience with Forescout eyeSight/eyeControl, ServiceNow ticketing, or automated enforcement systems. 

Original Posting:

July 8, 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.