Information Assurance Specialist at Leidos

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Information Assurance Specialist in our National Security Sectors (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 guidanceParticipating in external cybersecurity related governance policy and standards bodiesEvaluating existing and emerging technologies and recommend strategies to support mission requirementsProviding talking points at a Senior level for LeadershipAct as a SME sounding board for discussions on future IT enhancements developments and influence real decisions on future IT directionsProvide input and guidance on current and future IC SoCCsProvide feedback on integration activities across the entire IT portfolioProvide cutting edge input on areas of future investment for the customerBasic Qualifications:TS/SCI with PolyExperience 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 GreenlightDesired Qualifications:Familiarity with SCOR/CIRT/SCEC waivers/ICSCC reporting/Jetstream/Xacta/AltitudeAt 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.If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.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.Pay Range:Pay Range $154050.00 - $278475.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Information Management,HIPAA,FIPS,Records Management,Windows,System Security,NIST Standards,IT Support,DIACAP,Medical Records,FISMA,RMF Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 154050 - 278475