Information Assurance Security Specialist

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Primary Responsibilities.

• Establish and implement security procedures and practices in support of Customer goals and current DoD regulations.

• Using knowledge of the Information System (IS) and understanding of established Information Assurance (IA) and Cybersecurity requirements validate security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP), customer policies & regulations, and ensure local policies are followed.

• Conduct ongoing security reviews and tests of systems to verify security features and controls are functional and effective. Take corrective action to resolve identified vulnerabilities.

• Support the ISSO Team Lead in conducting lessons learned activities to improve the overall productivity and efficiency of the ISSO team.

• Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.

• May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.

• May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

• Plans and leads major technology assignments.

• Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.

• May supervise others.

Basic Qualifications.

• BS degree and 8+ years of prior relevant experience.

• DoD 8140 IAT II Certification (GFACT or CEH or Cloud+ or CySA+ or PenTest+ or SSCP or Security+ or GSEC).

• Must have an active Top Secret and be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.

• Requires expert knowledge of and ability to apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.

Original Posting:
March 12, 2025
For 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 $104,650.00 - $189,175.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.