Cybersecurity Specialist

The National Security Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a cleared Cybersecurity Specialist.  This role is responsible for monitoring and analyzing the security posture of networks, servers, endpoints, and other systems.

Primary responsibilities include:

• POA&Ms and vulnerability management
• Security diagrams and Systems Security Plan management
• Protecting, configuring and managing servers and computers systems
• Installing software and system patches
• Support of network infrastructure design, routed data protocols, and hardware platforms
• Work with Leidos IT teams to support WAN and LAN, routing, switching, and firewalls
• Security device architecture, engineering, and installation/management 
• Work with Leidos IT teams in support of Cisco switches and Palo Alto Firewalls 
• Applies knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic qualifications:

• US citizenship is required per contract.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• At least one year of experience with computer and network management
• Basic understanding of network infrastructure design, routed data protocols, and hardware platforms
• Knowledge of WAN and LAN, routing, switching, and firewalls
• Knowledge in Windows Operating systems
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Possess effective communication skills and be able to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced dynamic work environment

Preferred qualifications:

• Willingness to get CISSP certification when qualified

Original Posting Date:

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:

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.