Security Analyst

Leidos is seeking a Security Engineer to support the execution of strategic operational and organizational PPSM objectives. This position can be based out of any of our three locations - Alexandria VA Fort Meade MD or Chambersburg position is primarily on-site but partial telework may be available at the discretion of our customer and program management.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with DoD-approved standards architectures and guidelines (e.g. DISN) and conduct quality assurance of all VA IA security engineering analysis QA systems and application security implementation strategies and measures for cybersecurity and RMF
• Analyze current and emerging net-centric requirements and track the PPSM portfolios readiness to meet these requirements
• Identify and implement automation opportunities across PPSM processes
• Manage the PPSM Registry Database User Accounts PPSM Registry database system data entry and data export to unique data formats to externals database administrators.
• Respond to inquiries and registration requests for ports protocols and services
• Provide timely regular performance metrics to the Government and support a variety of presentations briefings and reports
• Develop technical papers on PPSM and cybersecurity-related topics
• Support communication of deliverables with PPSM leadership and stakeholders (e.g. RE41)

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree (IT-related field preferred) and five (5) years of experience in cybersecurity or network security position. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required
• DoD 8570 IAM II or IAT II certification
• Proficiency in PPSM Registry management eMASS and DISA DMZ Whitelist processes
• Demonstrable experience with network security ports/protocols firewalls and boundary protection
• Experience in vulnerability management and assessment
• Understanding of network architectures LAN/WAN TCP/IP routing and switching
• Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 8551.01 DISA security policies and compliance monitoring
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement

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