Cyber Systems and IT Security Administrator

Company: Leidos
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionJoin Our Leidos Team as a Cyber Systems and IT Security Administrator!Are you ready to take your cybersecurity expertise to the next level? Leidos is seeking a seasoned Cyber Systems and IT Security Administrator to join our dynamic team at the Washington Planning Center, located at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. This role supports the Theater Mission Planning Center (TMPC) program and offers the opportunity to make a real impact in a mission-critical environment.What We're Looking For:We're on the hunt for a professional with a strong information assurance background and expertise in Intrusion Protection Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Scanning Systems. If you have a solid understanding of the accreditation process and can apply policies to existing systems based on current Laws, Regulations, Policies, and Guidance, we want to hear from you!To thrive in this role, you must be DoD 8570 compliant with a current operating system or network system certification, in addition to a security certification.What Makes You Our Ideal Candidate?

• You excel in a collaborative team environment, working alongside information assurance, network engineering, and system administration professionals.
• You have a strong customer focus and a genuine desire to interact with our government customers.
• You bring a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence in cybersecurity.Your Role at a Glance:As a Cyber Systems and IT Security Administrator, you'll leverage your operating system and cybersecurity expertise to apply the NIST Risk Management Framework. You'll work closely with a team of Cybersecurity Professionals to ensure system accreditation and maintain the cybersecurity posture of the facility.Key Responsibilities
  • Integrate security architecture and engineering efforts into the IT lifecycle.
  • Design and implement security concepts, controls, and mechanisms to create a reliably secure product.
  • Perform tasks such as scanning, applying STIGs, and developing POA&Ms for RMF packages.
  • Continuously improve systems to meet specific requirements for software/hardware components and technical infrastructure.Basic Qualifications
    • Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of experience (additional experience can substitute for a degree).
    • Current Top Secret SCI security clearance.
    • IAT Level 2 and Security+ certification.Preferred Qualifications
      • IAT Level 3 certification.
      • CISSP or CASP+ certification.
      • CCNA certification.
      • Familiarity with LINUX and Windows.
      • Experience with tools like ACAS, Xacta, and EMASS.Original Posting:April 11, 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.Pay Range:Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00The 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.
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