Leidos is seeking a Cybersecurity Operations Lead to oversee two cybersecurity teams supporting the Defense Enclave Services (DES) program: an Identity Management team and a Software Auditing team. This role provides both technical and operational leadership across identity and access management, compliance auditing, platform security, and vulnerability remediation activities.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can effectively supervise personnel while also contributing directly to technical operations, audits, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity initiatives.
An active Secret clearance or higher is required for consideration.
Primary Responsibilities- Lead and supervise Identity Management and Software Auditing teams supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations.
- Perform technical duties alongside team members, including IAM operations, software auditing, compliance validation, and remediation activities.
- Oversee Linux/Solaris platforms and directory services to ensure security, availability, and operational performance.
- Manage cybersecurity operations in alignment with RMF, NIST 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
- Conduct and oversee software and system auditing activities, including review of application configurations, access controls, patching, and secure configuration compliance.
- Support vulnerability management, audit readiness, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience (additional experience may substitute for degree).
- Active DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+).
- Experience leading cybersecurity, IAM, or compliance/auditing teams.
- Strong knowledge of RMF, NIST 800-53, vulnerability management, and compliance practices.
- Experience with Linux/Solaris administration and directory services.
- Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Experience with IAM/IdM platforms and cybersecurity tool integrations.
- Experience with software auditing, system hardening, and compliance validation.
- Relevant cybersecurity or IAM certifications.
- Experience supporting SailPoint or similar identity management implementations.
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Original Posting:May 14, 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
- Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
- Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience
- Active DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+)
- Experience leading cybersecurity, IAM, or compliance/auditing teams
- Strong knowledge of RMF, NIST 800-53, vulnerability management, and compliance practices
- Experience with Linux/Solaris administration and directory services
- Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills
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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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