Cyber Infrastructure Support

Via Logic LLC; California (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos' Corporate Information Security Office, reporting through the Digital Sector, seeks a Cyber Infrastructure Support Lead to work on-site in the California, MD office.

The role requires an active Top Secret clearance, DoD 8140 IAT Level II, and extensive RMF/NIST experience to administer Windows and Linux systems, automate tasks, and sustain secure IT operations in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Active TOP SECRET clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree with 8–12 years of related experience or Master’s with 6–10 years.
• RMF, NIST, ICD, CNSS standards knowledge.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification required.
• Experience with compliance and vulnerability scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS).
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN in classified environments; crypto and key management.
• Strong writing and verbal presentation skills.
• DISA STIG implementation and management experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows and Linux systems securely and scalably.
• Automate routine tasks with scripting.
• Collaborate with IA, engineering, and operations teams to deliver IT services.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events.
• Develop CM procedures and IS security documentation.
• Implement and enforce IS policies and procedures.
• Document compliance activities and maintain records.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Windows admin

Linux admin

Network tech familiarity

STIG implementation

Disaster/incident response

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field

Master’s degree in Information Systems or related field

DoDM 8140 IAT Level II certification

Tools

SCAP

ACAS

Jira

Bitbucket

Confluence

Job description

Leidos' Corporate Information Security Office, reporting through the Digital Sector is seeking a Cyber Infrastructure Support Leda to work with our team in the California, MD office.

Location:

All work will be performed on-site in our California, MD office.

Clearance:

You must currently hold an active Top Secret clearance to be considered.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux systems in a secure, stable, and scalable manner
• Automate routine tasks using scripting.
• Collaborate with IA, engineering, and operations teams to deliver IT services
• Perform continuous upkeep, monitoring, analysis, and response to Information System, network and security events.
• Develop procedures and documentation to ensure compliance with Configuration Management (CM) for security relevant IS software, hardware, and firmware.
• Develop, implement and enforce Information Security Policies and Procedures.
• Document compliance activities in accordance with the governing authority approved authorization package.
• Ensure proper protection and / or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered.
• Ensure records are maintained for workstations, servers, software, routers, firewalls, network switches, and other relevant hardware/equipment throughout the information system's life cycle.
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with the governing authority approved authorization package and customer directives.
• Evaluate proposed changes or additions to the information system and advise senior site leadership of the security relevance.
• Help prioritize work, coordinate tasks, and drive accountability within the team
• Lead / conduct security IS education and training.
• Mentor other engineers in the art of cybersecurity and secure software development practices.
• Monitor system health, respond to incidents, and implement long-term fixes
• Participate and remain active within the Change Control Board (CCB) process.
• Participate and remain active within local Scrum Boards.
• Participate in internal/external security audits/inspections; perform risk assessments and Continuous Monitoring.
• Personnel management for their team.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior administrators.
• Support compliance and security requirements (patching, STIGs, audits, etc.)
• Training/Mentoring, education, PTO planning/development/submittal, remote work requests, end of day report requirements, quarterly check-ins, yearly reviews, and timesheet verifications/approvals.
• Work with ISSM and FSO investigations of computer security violations and incidents, reporting as necessary to both the Facility Security and Senior Program Managers.
• Work with the ISSM and FSO, author, review and update IS Authorization documentation (Body of Evidence) to support IS Assessment and Authorization activities.

Basic Qualifications

• Must currently hold an Active TOP SECRET clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 8 - 12 years related experience in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field or a master’s with 6 - 10 years of related experience. Additional relevant experience, training, and/or certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Detailed understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST, ICD, and CNSS standards.
• Hold current DoDM 8140 IAT Level II certification.
• Experience with compliance scanning tools (e.g. SCAP) and vulnerability scanning tools (e.g. ACAS).
• Familiarity with network technologies (LAN & WAN) and best practices within a classified environment to include crypto and key management.
• Good writing and verbal presentation skills.
• Hands on experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation and management.
• Must be able to work in a constantly changing regulatory environment with short-, mid-, and long-term timelines for remediating any non-compliance.
• Must be able to work well within a team environment and able to adapt quickly to change.
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Windows operating systems (workstation & server), Linux, and system virtualization (multiple hypervisors) in a secure network environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional desired certifications include CISSP, CCNA, CCSP, MCSE, and/or SANS GIAC.
• DoD IS knowledge and experience.
• Experience developing and delivering modern software, including micro services, containers, and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Experience ServiceNow RMF Workflow Management Tool.
• Experience with Windows and Linux.
• Familiarity with administering Microsoft SharePoint, including site collection configuration, permissions management, and document library/list administration.
• Knowledge of agile development processes and DevOps tools such as Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle concepts: Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), DevOps, Continuous Integration (CI), and Continuous Deployment (CD).
• Security hardening scripting/automation experience.
• Understanding of SIPR Connected DCSA Accredited Information systems.

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Original Posting:

August 24, 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 $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 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.