Junior Cybersecurity Analyst

  • Arlington, VA
  • Posted 23 hours ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 55,250.00 - 99,875.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Security Controls
Risk Management Framework
RMF
Research and Development
International Relations
Information Retrieval
Investor Relations
Program Development
Editing
IRAD
Security Clearance
Customer Engagement
Certified Ethical Hacker
Multitasking
Vulnerability Management
Security Analysis
Incident Management
Scripting
Computer Hardware
Integration Testing
DoD
STIG
Impact Analysis
Information Assurance
Information Architecture
Publications
Security+
SCADA
Sensors
Shipping
Cyber Security
Supply Chain Management
Risk Management
Market Analysis
Law

Job Details

The qualified candidate will be supporting cybersecurity activities in the Leidos Gibbs & Cox cybersecurity department of the Maritime Services Group (MSG). The candidate will provide technical expertise in developing cybersecurity solutions, system artifacts, and addressing security controls. Project require assistance with IT system accreditation (e.g. IATT, IATO, ATO, etc.) as part of the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Candidate will work with systems utilizing both IT and Operational Technology (OT) components for ship systems. The position also involves creating, reviewing, and editing security plans and procedures.

In addition, candidate will perform duties in support of internal cybersecurity initiatives, such as, Independent Research and Development (IR&D), and program development. Ideal candidate will work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while supporting multiple programs and teams simultaneously.

This position allows work from home option in a hybrid fashion after initial on-boarding and acclimation phase. Candidates must be local to the greater Arlington/DC area in order to attend local customer and team meetings as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

Support existing and new customer security solutions and accreditation packages

Work with cross-matrixed teams to accomplish assigned objectives

Participate in customer and internal working group meetings and technical discussions

Develop and edit security plans, including protection plans and cybersecurity strategy

Provide customer-site support for security assessments and evaluations

Maintain and configure internal IRAD testbed of IT and OT devices and components

Basic Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship and must have an active secret clearance or be eligible to be granted one.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, cybersecurity, or related field and up to 2 years of professional experience

Cybersecurity certification (as identified in DoD 8570.01-M), such as Security+ CE, CEH, CAP, CISPP

Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to identify and troubleshoot complex cyber issues within a system or functional enclaves

Ability to develop cybersecurity plans, such as, Vulnerability Management Plan, Security Assessment Plan, Incident Response Plan, etc.

Ability to use programming and scripting languages

Experience with hardware, software, services, and processes necessary to develop cyber solutions

Ability to design, development, integration, testing, and deployment of systems

Familiarity with cybersecurity tools for monitoring, assessing, and analyzing systems

Familiarity with DoD security requirements, including DISA STIGs, SRGs, and IA tools

Familiarity with NIST publications, such as, SP 800-37, 800-53, and 800-171

Cybersecurity certification, such as COMPTIA Security+

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with SCADA, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and digital/analog sensors

Familiarity with shipping organizations, such as, International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Lloyd's Register

Familiarity with maritime cybersecurity supply chain risk management

Ability to identify emerging security technologies to assist in developing effective approach to maritime industry challenges

Original Posting:
April 29, 2025
For 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 $55,250.00 - $99,875.00

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 agreement (if any), or other law.
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