Senior ISSE: DoD Cyber Defense Architect & Risk Lead

Leidos Inc; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 154,050 - 278,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement options

Job summary

Leidos Inc is seeking a Senior Information Security Systems Engineer in Linthicum, Maryland. This role includes conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and supporting the implementation of security architecture for critical systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and at least 20 years of experience in information assurance.

Qualified applicants must possess a TS/SCI clearance and have strong expertise in risk management frameworks and network security engineering. The position offers a competitive salary range of $154,050 to $278,475.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of experience as an Information Systems Security Engineer or System Engineer.
• Experience developing and documenting system security requirements.
• Knowledge of NIST Special Publications 800 Series.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and provide risk mitigation recommendations.
• Support the design and operation of capabilities to detect and mitigate threats.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure security objectives are defined.

Skills

Expertise in the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Network technology and systems security engineering

Strong writing skills

Experience with security monitoring and incident response

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or related field

CISSP – ISSEP

Job description

Leidos Inc is seeking a Senior Information Security Systems Engineer in Linthicum, Maryland. This role includes conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and supporting the implementation of security architecture for critical systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and at least 20 years of experience in information assurance.

Qualified applicants must possess a TS/SCI clearance and have strong expertise in risk management frameworks and network security engineering. The position offers a competitive salary range of $154,050 to $278,475.