Cloud Security Lead

Leidos

Cybersecurity Team Lead directing a front-line team securing DoD multi-cloud infrastructures. Mentoring emerging talent and driving mission success with operational readiness.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeShiloh • Illinois, Ohio, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity management, including Proactive Threat Monitoring, Incident Response Coordination, and Multi-Cloud Correlation. Holds relevant certifications and a strong understanding of network security principles, while fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DoD Secret ClearanceDoD 8570 IAT Level II CertificationTeam Leadership ExperienceNetwork Traffic Flow UnderstandingIncident Response Coordination

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Hard Skills

Proactive Threat MonitoringAdvanced Alert TriageMulti-Cloud CorrelationIncident Response CoordinationPacket AnalysisDefense-in-Depth SecurityPorts and Protocols KnowledgeCybersecurity Forums ParticipationEmerging Threats AwarenessCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Employee EngagementEffective CommunicationWork EthicReliabilityFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ CEISC2 SSCPSANS GSECCEHCySA+GCIA

Industry Keywords

DoD 8570CybersecurityIncident ResponseThreat MonitoringSecurity Challenges

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct a specialized team of 6-8 cybersecurity analysts, providing guidance and oversight across the following critical tasks: Proactive Threat Monitoring, Advanced Alert Triage, Multi-Cloud Correlation, Incident Response Coordination, and High-Impact Escalation & Reporting.
Champion a positive, highly productive work culture through consistent employee engagement.
Serve as the operational bridge between your analysts and the broader mission and maintain transparent, highly effective communication across the chain of command, civilian personnel, and external customers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum active DoD Secret clearance, with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret (TS) clearance
Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, ISC2 SSCP, SANS GSEC, or equivalent)
Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 CSSP-A Level Certification (e.g., CEH, CySA+, GCIA, or equivalent) within 180 days of hire
A minimum of 2 years of formal management or equivalent team leadership experience
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline as well as 8+ years of directly relevant experience
Strong understanding of network traffic flow, packet analysis, ports, protocols, and defense-in-depth security
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to tackle complex security challenges
Highly reliable and flexible, demonstrating a strong work ethic whether working independently or leading collaborative team efforts on assigned shifts
Passionate about staying ahead of emerging threats, demonstrated through the ongoing pursuit of certifications, self-study, or active participation in cybersecurity forums.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement