Cyber Security Engineer SME
Cyber Security Engineer SME
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$ 148850 - 269075
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Job Description
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for Cyber Security Engineer SME in our National Security Sectors (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering Computer Network Operations (CNO) Mission Software Analytical Methods and Modeling Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos we offer competitive benefits including Paid Time Off 11 paid Holidays 401K with a 6 company match and immediate vesting Flexible Schedules Discounted Stock Purchase Plans Technical Upskilling Education and Training Support Parental Paid Leave and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!
Job Description
This role is responsible for protecting the customers information systems and networks from potential cyberattacks. The Cyber Security Engineer must display an excellent understanding of technology and utilization of Firewalls (Security Groups) VPNs Data Loss Prevention (DPS) IDS/IPS WebProxy Security tools and Security Audits.Candidates will work directly with Team leads developers and operations personnel throughout a DevSecOps life cycle both on policy and technical implementation of technologies. This role is a hybrid role with a combination of some onsite and remote.
Primary Responsibilities
Plan implement manage monitor and upgrade security measures and tools for the protections of information systems and networks and automate repeatable tasks in a consultative role
Design configure implement troubleshoot and maintain all security platforms and their associated software such as firewalls (Security Groups) intrusion detection/intrusion prevention antivirus/malware (HBSS) cryptography systems (Vormetric) SIEM (Splunk) and MDM
Formulate systems and methodologies as well as respond to security related events and assist in remediation effortsof cyber security incidents (system and/or network breaches malware attacks)
Participate in the change management process
Coordinate and monitor log analysis for our managed services offerings to ensure customer policy and security requirements are met
Basic Qualifications
Expert with at least one of the following tools: Splunk HBSS/McAfee Rapid7
Expert with implementing and managing SIEM (e.g. Splunk) endpoint security (IDS/IPS and HBSS)
Expert knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP/IP LAN/WAN concepts
Expert with automation (e.g. Ansible CloudFormation)
Strong attention to detail with analytical mind outstanding problemsolving skills
Awareness of Cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques.
Masters degree with 15 years of prior relevant experience in order to operate within the scope contemplated by the level
To be considered must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with additional security tools and processes such as IDS/IPS VPN Webinspect Appdetective
Experience with implementing and managing network and application firewalls incident detection incident response and forensics activities
Experience with Agile Software Development and scripting languages (Python Power Shell)
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification
Experience maintaining virtual private networks firewalls web protocols within a SAFe Agile Framework
Knowledge of potential attack vectors such as XSS injection hijacking and social engineering
Experience with health monitoring tools (Nagios SolarWinds) and using STIG viewers/tools to assess compliance with standards
At Leidos the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you apply today.
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Original Posting:
March 11 2025For 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 $148850.00 $269075.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
