Leidos is hiring: Cybersecurity Assurance Officer in Oklahoma City

Description

The Multi Domain Solutions Division at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Cybersecurity Assurance Officer to join our innovative team. This position is critical in supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. You will play a key role in delivering comprehensive IT and support services essential for mission success while ensuring adherence to DoD standards and regulations.

As the Cybersecurity Assurance Officer, you will take charge of the cybersecurity posture of DoD information systems by ensuring compliance with security standards and safeguarding sensitive information. You will be responsible for developing and enforcing security policies, conducting thorough risk assessments, managing system accreditations (RMF), and leading continuous monitoring initiatives. Collaboration with diverse teams is vital in enforcing security controls and managing incident responses, while you also maintain critical security documentation to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the ISSM to provide expert cybersecurity guidance and recommendations.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and upkeep of security policies, procedures, and documentation to comply with DoD security standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, RMF, FISMA).
• Oversee the security posture of DoD information systems, ensuring they adhere to cybersecurity requirements for confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to identify and remediate system vulnerabilities.
• Manage ongoing monitoring of security controls to ensure the protection of classified and unclassified data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, IT, operations) to implement and enforce robust security protocols and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with the accreditation processes for DoD systems (e.g., RMF accreditation).
• Act as the primary contact for security issues, coordinating incident responses and reporting to senior management and government clients.
• Facilitate security training and awareness programs for personnel involved in the operation of DoD systems.
• Maintain and oversee security documentation, including system security plans (SSPs), risk assessments, and Plans of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and trends to adapt to evolving security challenges.

Basic Qualifications:

• US Citizen with at least a Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain an SCI before your start date.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience; additional experience may be considered as a substitute for a degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and compliance standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF, FISMA, ICD 503, JSIG, DAAPM).
• Possession of a DoD 8140 Intermediate certification (e.g., Cloud+, Security+, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in system security engineering, risk management, and vulnerability assessments.
• Strong understanding of network security, security controls, and common cybersecurity tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection).
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across various teams.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of creating and presenting detailed security reports to stakeholders.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of cybersecurity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DoD 8140 Advanced certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD system accreditations and continuous monitoring processes.
• Proven experience in managing security for complex DoD programs or mission-critical systems.
• Familiarity with cloud security practices and systems, especially in hybrid or government cloud environments.
• Experience with security tools for vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security auditing.
• Cloud security certifications (e.g., Azure Security Technologies or AWS Certified Security Specialty).
• Experience with configuration and change management processes within a secure environment.

This role is designed for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to innovate and improve existing processes. If you have the passion and capability to enhance our cybersecurity measures, we want to hear from you!

Work will be conducted on-site. The address for this position is Oklahoma City, OK.

Pay Range: Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00

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 agreements (if any), or other law.