Leidos

Lead SME – Zero Trust Cyber Security Analyst

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

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Assess and implement Zero Trust principles and architectures within the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process to enhance security across digital assets.
  • Integrate Zero Trust controls into system designs, configurations, and operational workflows.
  • Collaborate with Information System Security Officers (ISSO), Information System Security Managers (ISSM), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), and other cross-functional teams to strengthen the Zero Trust framework.
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Generate, prepare, store, and maintain cybersecurity Body-of-Evidence (BOE) results to support the DoD RMF cybersecurity authorization process.
  • Define and maintain BOE requirements for the System.
  • Collect and organize BOE results generated by the software team as part of the DevSecOps process.
  • Publish, organize, and maintain BOE results in a Government-approved system (e.g., eMASS or Xacta).
  • Develop and deliver training and awareness programs on Zero Trust principles and cybersecurity best practices.
  • Stay current with emerging threats and cybersecurity trends to continuously improve security posture.
  • Prepare and present reports on security assessments and compliance status to stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or equivalent offerings listed in the DoD 8140 Training Repository, or possess GCFA or GCIA certification.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on Zero Trust architectures and RMF processes.
  • Active Top Secret clearance.
  • Proven experience in managing and leading teams, with a track record of successful project delivery.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
  • competitive compensation
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Zero Trust principlesRisk Management Framework (RMF)cybersecurity Body-of-Evidence (BOE)risk assessmentsDevSecOpscybersecurity best practicesvulnerability mitigation strategiessystem designsoperational workflowsemerging threats
Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationteam managementproject deliverytraining and awareness developmentstakeholder presentationorganizational skillsleadershipproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeGCFAGCIATop Secret clearance