Crypto Systems Engineer

Leidos Inc; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos Inc is seeking a Sr. Crypto Systems Engineer based in Linthicum, MD, to support a mission‑critical program within the Information Assurance Program. The ideal candidate will engage in system engineering documentation and provide technical support for advanced hardware/software systems.

Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a relevant bachelor's degree, and at least eight years of system engineering experience. The position offers a pay range of $107,900.00 to $195,050.00, along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Eight years of System Engineering experience.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cybersecurity high‑assurance evaluation activities.
• Attend and participate in relevant security‑related meetings.
• Document security deficiencies during evaluation.

Skills

Information Assurance/Cryptographic experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in System Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Description

Leidos is looking for a Sr. Crypto Systems Engineer to support a complex, mission‑critical Program within the Information Assurance Program at Ft. Meade, MD.

The successful candidate will develop and evaluate system engineering documentation such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, security requirements, and security testing documents. The role will provide technical support for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of specific components of complex hardware/software systems, including requirements elicitation, analysis, functional allocation, conducting systems requirements reviews, and performing technical and non‑technical assessments.

Additionally, the engineer will support the planning and test analysis of the DoD Certification/Accreditation Process, as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform cybersecurity high‑assurance evaluation activities, including reviews of security evaluation documents and high‑assurance artifacts/documents for devices undergoing certification and assessment, to ensure devices meet security requirements.

Attend and participate in relevant security‑related meetings and reviews to translate vulnerability knowledge into guidance for risk prevention and management.

Clearly document security deficiencies found during evaluation, recommend clarification of requirements and process/template improvements to mitigate security concerns.

Qualifications

Eight years of System Engineering experience.

Bachelor’s Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.

• Information Assurance/Cryptographic experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Ability to work in a team environment and lead small teams
• Active TS/SCI with Poly Clearance required

You Might Also Have

• Experience in Space/Weapon/Ground/Terminal system development or evaluation
• Experience with the DoD Certification/Accreditation Process and other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes
• Experience in Space System Engineering

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $107,900.00 – $195,050.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, applicable bargaining agreements, and applicable law.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement. Additional 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 applicable laws.