Leidos has a career opportunity for a Cyber Network Defense Analyst to support the Air Force National Capital Region IT Services program.
The AFNCR IT Services program provides support services for information systems for Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Air Force District of Washington (AFDW), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Chiefs of Staff, and other Air Force activities within the AFNCR, missions to include the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), and other locations, leased spaces, and alternate sites. The major support areas required are IT Operations and Maintenance; Plans, Projects, and Engineering (PP&E); and National Military Command Center (NMCC). The senior leaders and national defense missions that are supported require that the AFNCR operations never fail, resulting in a fast-paced, challenging, but also rewarding environment.
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Position Summary:
Leidos is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst to join our Cybersecurity Operations team supporting the AFNCR IT Services (AFNCRIT) program. The Cyber Network Defense Analyst located at Joint Base Andrews will augment 844th Communications Group in implementing DoD, Air Force, and AFDW cybersecurity policies, programs and initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities:
Facilitate Assessment and Authorization efforts for AFDW enclaves.
Support the AFDW mission defense team (MDT) in performing DCO-IDM for AFDW portion of the AFIN.
Support the AFDW MDT in conducting active and passive DCO-IDM to monitor, audit, detect, report, analyze and mitigate threats to mission relevant and key terrain in cyberspace (MRT-C/KT-C) Support development and management of cybersecurity policy, programs and compliance.
Implement a Computer Network Defense (CND) team to respond to computer security incidents, Information Condition (INFOCON) level changes, and Classified Message Incidents (CMIs)
Work with entities for firewall rule changes and DLP waivers
8140 compliance
Basic Qualifications:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree and less than 2 years of prior relevant experience additional years of applicable experience will be accepted lieu of a degree.
Active DoD Secret clearance required.
CompTIA Security+ CE or higher DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification must meet 8140 ISSM role qualification.
ACAS and HBSS
STIG Viewer and STIG auditing
POA&Ms
Proficiency with Excel
Ability to brief status to high level Government leadership and stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting USAF, DISA, or other DoD mission systems.
Familiarity with eMASS, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), or HBSS.
Ability to adress and assess RMF Security Controls
Ability to communicate risk-based recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Understanding of automation tools/scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Nessus APIs) to support scan or report optimization.
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Original Posting:August 5, 2026For 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent (or additional applicable experience in lieu of a degree)
- Less than 2 years of prior relevant experience (additional applicable experience may be accepted in lieu of degree)
- Active DoD Secret clearance
- CompTIA Security+ CE or higher (DoD 8570 IAT Level II) meeting 8140 ISSM role qualification
- ACAS (Assured Compliance Assessment Solution) experience
- HBSS (Host Based Security System) experience
- STIG Viewer and STIG auditing experience
- Creation and management of POA&Ms (Plans of Action and Milestones)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Ability to brief status to senior government leadership and stakeholders
- 8140 compliance knowledge
- Experience supporting USAF, DISA, or other DoD mission systems
- Familiarity with eMASS or SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC)
- Ability to assess RMF security controls
- Ability to communicate risk-based recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Understanding of automation tools/scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Nessus APIs) to support scan/report optimization
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
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