Information Systems Security Officer

Leidos; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 109.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Leidos is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join the Classified Information System Cybersecurity program at our Huntsville, AL office with 20% telework allowance. This junior role reports to the Information System Security Manager and requires an active DoD Secret clearance and DoD 8140/DCWF qualification.

You will perform RMF activities, security plan development, system auditing, and security education.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience in a computer related discipline.
• Currently hold an active DoD 8140 / DCWF work role or can satisfy through education, training, or experience.
• Must currently hold an Active Secret Clearance

Aufgaben

• Assessing and monitoring system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering information systems security education and awareness
• Investigating information system security violations and help prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions
• Support the auditing of information systems to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures while reporting discrepancies to the ISSM/ISO/FSO
• Assisting in RMF authorization by developing artifacts for the IS BoE
• Reviewing CM requests and ensuring relevant security configurations are maintained
• Sanitization and release of hardware per policy and AO guidance
• Testing and applying required security controls and periodic inspections of information systems

Kenntnisse

Active Secret Clearance

DoD 8140 / DCWF

RMF

Documentation

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in computer related discipline

Tools

Splunk

SolarWinds

Trellix

Tenable

SCAP

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Leidos Dynetics, operating within the Digital Sector, is seeking a talented Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join a diverse team responsible for creating unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Dynetics provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting our Classified Information System Cybersecurity/Information Assurance Program. This Junior ISSO role will report to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all aspects of classified information system security compliance.

Location: Work is to be performed on-site in our Huntsville office with 20% telework allowable.

Clearance: You must currently hold an active DoD Secret clearance to be considered.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assessing and monitoring system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering information systems security education and awareness
• Investigating information system security violations and help prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions
• Support the creation, review and update of cybersecurity documentation and other technical writing
• Support the auditing of information systems to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures while reporting any discrepancies to the ISSM, ISO or FSO.
• Assisting in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization process by developing and maintaining artifacts for the IS Body of Evidence (BoE).
• Reviewing Configuration Management (CM) requests of all associated hardware, software, and security relevant functions are maintained and documented as part of CCB approval process.
• Sanitization and release of hardware in accordance with security policies or Authorizing Official (AO) guidance.
• Testing, evaluating and application of required technical security controls and periodic inspections of information systems.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience in a computer related discipline. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Currently hold active DoD 8140/DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work role (for example, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CISSP, CISM or equivalent), or the ability to otherwise satisfy DoD 8140 qualification requirements through approved education, training, or experience.
• Must currently hold an Active Secret Clearance

Relevant Experience Considered:

• Cybersecurity, systems security or hardening, Information Technology
• Compliance-based auditing using the Risk Management Framework (RMF), DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• Experience working with and/or supporting computer technologies (such as databases, operating systems, computer network hardware, software programs, hardware troubleshooting or electronics)
• Some understanding of security configurations across multiple operating systems in various environments, including Windows, Linux, utilizing Active Directory/Group Policy, Delinea, etc. is required.
• Candidate must be highly organized, self-motivated with excellent documentation and time management skills and
• Must possess the ability to communicate well with others and work with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some Experience with IT (Windows, Linux) and/or security related certifications (e.g., ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CCC)certification, CompTIA CySA+ certification, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification)
• Experience working in DoD classified operating and/or laboratory environments
• Some Experience with various information system security tools that address vulnerability analysis and mitigation. These may include SPLUNK, SolarWinds, Trellix, Tenable, and SCAP.
• Familiarity with implementation of Government directives and policies derived from NIST, STIG, DoD, or other Government Regulatory compliance standards within a professional industry
• Familiarity in the execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes, as defined within the Risk Managed Framework (RMF), eMASS
• Ability to support technical security consultation for complex, cross-domain, heterogeneous classified networked environments in collaboration with internal/external Customers, Information Technology (IT) with Team support
• Familiarity with the execution and management of cyber incident response; preservation, containment, and eradication
• Proficiency in interpreting logs from command line results and SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, SolarWinds, and Command Line)

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Original Posting:

August 11, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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.

About Leidos

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 .

Pay and Benefits

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 .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.