Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Leidos Inc is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer in Linthicum, Maryland to support an Information Assurance program. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of national security, ensuring systems comply with high standards of security and performance.

You will be involved in systems engineering documentation, technical leadership, and cybersecurity evaluation. Ideal candidates will have a degree and at least 8 years of experience in Systems Engineering, along with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Qualifications

• 8 years of Systems Engineering experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field.
• Strong background in Information Assurance and Cryptographic systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate key systems engineering documentation.
• Provide technical leadership across system development and testing.
• Lead requirements elicitation and analysis efforts.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Information Assurance

Cryptographic systems

Technical leadership

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

8 years of Systems Engineering experience

Job description

Job Overview

Leidos is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to support a highly complex Information Assurance program. In this role, you’ll work at the forefront of national security, ensuring advanced systems meet the highest standards of security, performance, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and evaluation of key systems engineering documentation, including:
  • Systems Engineering Plans
  • Initial Capabilities Documents
  • Requirements Specifications
  • Security requirements and security test documentation
• Provide technical leadership across system development, integration, and testing activities
• Lead requirements elicitation, analysis, and functional allocation efforts
• Conduct systems requirements reviews and perform both technical and non-technical assessments
• Support planning and test analysis for the DoD Certification & Accreditation (C&A) process and other Government C&A processes
• Perform high-assurance cybersecurity evaluation activities for devices undergoing certification
• Review and assess security artifacts to ensure compliance with stringent security requirements
• Clearly document security deficiencies and provide actionable recommendations
• Translate vulnerability insights into practical risk mitigation guidance
• Recommend improvements to requirements, processes, and templates to strengthen overall security posture
• Collaborate across teams and participate in security-focused meetings and technical reviews

Qualifications

• 8 years of Systems Engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related field (Five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may substitute for a degree)
• Strong background in Information Assurance and/or Cryptographic systems
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in collaborative team environments and leading small technical teams
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance

Bonus Experience

• Experience supporting Space, Weapon, Ground, or Terminal system development or evaluation
• Direct experience with DoD Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes
• Space Systems Engineering experience

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement.

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.