Location: Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam, Hawaii Organization: Leidos | Air & Space Force Division
Step into a mission‑driven role where your cybersecurity expertise directly strengthens the United States Air Force’s operations across the Indo‑Pacific. 🇺🇸This is more than a job—it’s a chance to safeguard national security, collaborate with elite cyber professionals, and support the Air Force’s strategic pivot to the Pacific.
As an Information Assurance Specialist, you’ll work alongside PACAF’s CIISO, ISSM, PA‑ESC ISSO, and ISSOs across the theater to ensure secure, resilient, and compliant operations across SCI systems and infrastructure. Your work will help protect some of the nation’s most sensitive intelligence environments.
Primary ResponsibilitiesSupport cybersecurity operations for AFSCI (JWICS) systems and SCI enclaves
Apply NIST RMF methodologies to assess, manage, and mitigate system risk
Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to PACAF personnel
Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures
Participate in key meetings and working groups with PACAF ISSM, PA‑ESC ISSO, and CIISO
Develop, draft, and review Security Impact Analyses (SIAs) for AFSCI (AFJWICS) changes
Process Change Requests (CRs) through the PACAF Configuration Management Board (CMB)
Maintain security artifacts and documentation for ATO/ATC sustainment
Coordinate with ISSM/SSO to initiate protective or corrective actions during incidents
Conduct continuous monitoring activities and develop POA&Ms
Provide cybersecurity support and training to PACAF personnel
Active TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of applicable experience. Additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with NIST RMF
IAM Level II Certification (CAP, GSLC, or equivalent)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Customer‑focused with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Bachelor’s degree in IT Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field
5+ years of experience in C4ISR, IT, or IA‑related roles
3+ years working with Intelligence Community (IC) IT Security Controls
Familiarity with IC, USAF, and Pacific Theater operations
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Original Posting:June 1, 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 TS/SCI clearance
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of applicable experience
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with NIST RMF
- IAM Level II Certification (CAP, GSLC, or equivalent)
- Excellent written and verbal communication 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.
