Cyber Analyst

Leidos; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

Leidos in Lawton, OK is seeking a Mid-Level Cyber Analyst to support development and research efforts on detection algorithms and forensic techniques within our Cyber & Analytics Business Area. The role collaborates with Red Teamers to counter advanced adversary techniques and contribute to a secure operating environment.

The position requires a TS/SCI-capable candidate and is based in Lawton, OK, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related field, with 4–8 years of relevant experience.
• 4+ years of professional cyber security experience.
• 2+ years as a SOC operator.
• Strong Linux knowledge (intermediate to expert).
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and Wireshark usage.
• Experience with host-based forensics and telemetry generation.
• Ability to write/testing scripts.
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform Threat Intelligence Integration and Research reporting on detection gaps within our problem set while staying current on TTPs, vulnerabilities, and SOC technologies.
• Detection Engineering & Tuning analyzing false positives/negatives and providing feedback to developers so they can tweak detection algorithms for accuracy and operational relevance.
• Bridge the gap between defensive operations and software engineering by conducting training sessions and walkthroughs using simulated SOC scenarios.
• Participate in sprint planning and product roadmap discussions to ensure the "operator perspective" is baked into software requirements.
• Provide input on UI/UX for analyst efficiency and reduce cognitive load during high-stress alerts.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Detection engineering

Linux knowledge

Networking knowledge

Host-based forensics

Scripting

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity

Tools

Wireshark

Job description

Description

Join us and make a difference in National Security. Leidos seeks a Mid-Level Cyber Analyst to support development and research efforts alongside a diverse team creating solutions for Cyber, EW, and PNT threats at the tactical edge. You’ll help shape detection algorithms and actionable alerts by applying practical SOC experience and forensic expertise, working closely with skilled Red Teamers to identify and counter advanced adversary techniques. Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Cyber Analyst in our INTEL Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.

This is a full‑time position with the Leidos Cyber Electromagnetic Activity (CEMA) team that is based in Lawton, OK, and will require the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform Threat Intelligence Integration and Research reporting on detection gaps within our problem set while staying current on TTPs, vulnerabilities, and SOC technologies
• Detection Engineering & Tuning analyzing false positives/negatives and providing feedback to developers so they can tweak detection algorithms for accuracy and operational relevance
• Bridge the gap between defensive operations and software engineering by conducting training sessions and walkthroughs using simulated SOC scenarios
• Participate in sprint planning and product roadmap discussions to ensure the "operator perspective" is baked into software requirements
• Provide input on UI/UX for analyst efficiency and reduce cognitive load during high-stress alerts

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity or similar degree and 4-8 years of relevant experience. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 4+ years of professional experience in Cyber Security
• Minimum 2+ years of professional experience as a SOC operator
• Intermediate to Expert knowledge of Linux
• A good understanding of networking – protocols at all layers of the networking stack and network architecture accompanied with various tooling needed for network analysis such as Wireshark.
• Intermediate to Expert knowledge of host-based forensics, telemetry generation, and low-level artifacts (like memory, processes, and network packet analysis).
• Moderate ability to produce scripts for testing
• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience analyzing low-level system artifacts, memory forensics, or firmware/embedded system security.
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework and mapping telemetry to specific adversary behaviors.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment alongside software engineers.
• GIAC Certified Detection Engineer (GCDE)
• GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) / GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
• FOR572: Advance Network Forensics

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting

August 7, 2026

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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

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.