Cybersecurity Analyst

Koitecc Solutions; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is actively seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support NAVSEA NUWC Keyport in Keyport, WA. This role focuses on RMF security, vulnerability management, and continuous compliance for critical DoD/Navy information systems.

You will work with a collaborative team to enable secure system operation, assessment, authorization, and sustainment across the lifecycle. The position level and compensation depend on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Cybersecurity, IT, CS or related field with DoD/Navy experience preferred.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility or TS/SCI.
• 3+ years in cybersecurity, RMF, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring in DoD/Navy.
• Hands-on with ACAS, IAVM, security control assessments, A&A/ATO support.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test security controls per RMF, STIGs, Navy directives; document, validate, and test system security.
• Conduct ACAS scans, analyze results, and perform IAVM activities to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Support risk identification, mitigation planning, continuous monitoring, and compliance reporting per Navy guidance.
• Prepare and maintain A&A packages and support activities to obtain/maintain an ATO.
• Provide day-to-day cybersecurity support to PM and Team Leads across assessment and operational sustainment.

Skills

RMF compliance

Vulnerability management

ACAS

IAVM processes

Security control assessments

A&A support

ATO support

Strong communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS or related field

Master's degree (optional) in related field

Tools

ACAS

STIGs

Job description

Cybersecurity Analyst

Location: Keyport, WA

Help Protect Critical Naval Operations

Leidos is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support NAVSEA NUWC Keyport in Keyport, WA. In this role, you will support Risk Management Framework (RMF) security and compliance activities for DoD and Navy information systems that enable the Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Operations Center (UUV OC). Your work will help maintain system security, support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, perform vulnerability management, and ensure continuous compliance throughout the system lifecycle.

You'll work alongside a collaborative technical team to strengthen the cybersecurity posture of mission critical systems while supporting ongoing assessment, authorization, and operational sustainment efforts.

This opportunity is open to candidates with varying levels of experience. The position level and compensation will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

Program Timing: This position supports an upcoming proposal opportunity with an anticipated September start.

What You\'ll Do

• Implement and test security controls in accordance with RMF, STIGs, and applicable DoD and Navy directives while supporting secure system documentation, validation, and testing.
• Conduct ACAS scans, analyze results, and perform IAVM activities to identify, track, and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Support risk identification, mitigation planning, continuous monitoring, and compliance reporting in alignment with Navy Security Control Assessor (SCA) guidance.
• Prepare and maintain Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages and support activities required to obtain and sustain an Authorization to Operate (ATO).
• Provide day to day cybersecurity support to the Project Manager and Team Leads across system assessment, authorization, and operational sustainment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field with 4+ or 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master\'s degree with 2+ or 6+ years of experience. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility or active TS/SCI.
• Three or more years of experience supporting cybersecurity, RMF compliance, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring in DoD or Navy environments.
• Hands on experience with ACAS, IAVM processes, security control assessments, and A&A and ATO support.
• Working knowledge of RMF, STIGs, DoD and Navy cybersecurity requirements, and current certification compliant with DoDM 8140.03.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, leadership, and government stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and technical writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Navy cybersecurity programs and working with Navy Security Control Assessor (SCA) processes and guidance.
• Familiarity with developing mitigation strategies, maintaining authorization documentation, and sustaining compliance.

A MSOPP1

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.

Pay Range: Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

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.

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.