Leidos

Lead SME Information System Security Engineer

Leidos

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: AlexandriaMarylandVirginiaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $131,300 - $237,350 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Lead the implementation of information security architectures and functionality to ensure uniform application of security policy across the enterprise.
  • Validate and verify system security requirements and establish system security baseline designs for major system elements and all system interfaces.
  • Establish, manage, operate , and maintain DoD RMF compliant processes and procedures for evaluating and authorizing changes to the System.
  • Collect, review, assess, and provide feedback on System cybersecurity architecture and engineering artifacts.
  • Collect, review, assess, and provide feedback on System cybersecurity Body-of-Evidence (BOE) results required to support the DoD RMF cybersecurity authorization process.
  • Conduct periodic compliance scanning of the runtime System to meet all DoD periodic cybersecurity monitoring requirements.
  • Support Government cybersecurity officials in preparing cybersecurity packages, including Interim Authority to Test (IATT) packages, Authority to Operate (ATO) packages, and Change Requests (CRs).
  • Manage a team of 8-15 direct reports, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
  • Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with DoD regulations.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure security measures are integrated into the system development lifecycle.
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance on cybersecurity best practices and risk management.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of security documentation and reports.
  • Ensure continuous improvement of security processes and procedures.
  • Conduct security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies to ensure the System remains secure and compliant.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university OR offerings listed in DoD 8140 Training Repository , CISM, CASP OR CISSP-ISSMP or GSLC certification.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in information security engineering or related field.
  • Experience with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST 800-53 Rev 4 or Rev 5.
  • Experience in managing and leading a team of cybersecurity professionals.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies.
  • Experience with compliance scanning and cybersecurity monitoring.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance.
  • Experience in preparing cybersecurity packages, including IATT and ATO packages.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
information security architecturesystem security requirementsDoD RMFcybersecurity architecturecompliance scanningcybersecurity monitoringsecurity assessmentsrisk managementcybersecurity best practicesvulnerability mitigation
Soft Skills
leadershipmentorshipperformance evaluationscommunicationinterpersonal skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsteam managementcross-functional collaborationcontinuous improvement
Certifications
CISMCASPCISSP-ISSMPGSLCTS/SCI clearance