Cybersecurity Specialist

Position Summary:The Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for integrating security architecture and engineering efforts throughout the information technology life cycle to ensure the development and sustainment of secure systems and infrastructure. This role supports the design, implementation, integration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of software, hardware, and technical environments by embedding security concepts, controls, and mechanisms into system architecture and development processes.

Responsibilities may include technical planning, system design, integration, verification and validation, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies, standards, and customer requirements.This position works to achieve key project and program objectives while managing projects or processes that span multiple technical disciplines. The Cybersecurity Specialist analyzes and resolves complex technical and security challenges impacting multiple systems or operational areas and develops innovative solutions to enhance system security and performance.

The role requires strong technical expertise, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and program teams to deliver secure and reliable solutions that support mission and organizational objectives.Key Responsibilities:Delivering timely and accurate development of cyber artifacts needed for the programLead cybersecurity efforts for specific software development and engineering projectsDevelop the cybersecurity requirements to be included in and allocated to the product baseline(s)Assess, document, and report on the cybersecurity posture of various systems.Develop and implement cyber mitigation strategies in response to identified vulnerabilitiesManaging the cybersecurity policies, best practices, controls, and technologies used to secure applications, data, and infrastructure in cloud environmentsCreating a framework for integrating security measures and controls into the design and implementation of a software solutionIdentifying and prioritizing potential threats to a system, application, or organizationAccurately monitor, track, and report on cybersecurity project status to internal and external stakeholdersConduct scans to ensure compliance with vulnerability management and DISA STIGsAbility to utilize and configure IA scanning tools such as Nessus and SCAP scanning toolsCoordinates with Leidos PMO and customer stakeholders to prioritize cybersecurity tasksRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of degree.Experience managing RMF artifacts and maintaining system ATOs and IATTs3+ years of experience applying the Risk Management Framework (ICD 503) for accreditation of DoDDemonstrated experience in cybersecurity analysis, accreditation processes, compliance systems, and RMF execution.Able to multi-task, manage a team of cyber engineers, and function in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentExcellent organizational and communication skillsUS citizenship and current secret clearanceDemonstrated experience supporting or managing complex, multi-disciplinary programsTop Secret/SCI Clearance is requitedPreferred Qualifications:Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Experience with the Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence)One or more DoD Manual 8570 IAT II/III certifications prior to start, such as CompTIA Security+Experience supporting DoD customersKnowledge of agile development methodologies and managementAMSOPP1If 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:May 18, 2026For 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 - $195,050.00The 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.SummaryLocation: Beavercreek, OHType: Full time