Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Information Assurance Specialist in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!
Job Description Exciting opening for a SME Information Assurance Specialist to support a large customer organization in the fast-growing National Security Group. This position is located in Bethesda; MD. Candidates must currently possess a TS/SCI Polygraph security clearance.
Responsibilities include and tasks may include some or all of the following:
Provide expert guidance in all areas of information assurance, system integration, and program management in order to help the customer make high level decisions about the future of IT systems across the IC.
- Developing assessment criteria (metrics, measures, key performance indicators) for security requirements and implementation guidance
- Participating in external cybersecurity related governance, policy, and standards bodies
- Evaluating existing and emerging technologies and recommend strategies to support mission requirements
- Providing talking points at a Senior level for Leadership
- Act as a SME sounding board for discussions on future IT enhancements, developments and influence real decisions on future IT directions
- Provide input and guidance on current and future IC SoCCs
- Provide feedback on integration activities across the entire IT portfolio
- Provide cutting edge input on areas of future investment for the customer
Basic Qualifications:
- TS/SCI with Poly
- Experience in cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above.
- Requires MS degree and 15 – 20 years of prior relevant experience.
- Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate.
- Requires extensive experience performing Assessment & Authorization with Greenlight
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with SCOR/CIRT/SCEC waivers/ICSCC reporting/Jetstream/Xacta/Altitude
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today.
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Original Posting:December 9, 2025For 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.
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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.
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