Information Assurance Specialist

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Information Assurance Specialist in our National Security Sector's (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 guidance
• Participating in external cybersecurity related governance, policy, and standards bodies
• Evaluating existing and emerging technologies and recommend strategies to support mission requirements
• Providing talking points at a Senior level for Leadership
• Act as a SME sounding board for discussions on future IT enhancements, developments and influence real decisions on future IT directions
• Provide input and guidance on current and future IC SoCCs
• Provide feedback on integration activities across the entire IT portfolio
• Provide cutting edge input on areas of future investment for the customer

Basic Qualifications:

• TS/SCI with Poly
• Experience 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 Greenlight

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with SCOR/CIRT/SCEC waivers/ICSCC reporting/Jetstream/Xacta/Altitude

At 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.

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Original Posting:

December 9, 2025

Pay Range:

Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00

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.