Cybersecurity Engineer

Leidos

. Support the review of EHR architecture and technical artifacts from a cybersecurity perspective .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cyber Information Assurance, including the development and implementation of policies, risk management frameworks, and vulnerability scanning using tools like ACAS and eMASS. Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior personnel and manage complex cybersecurity projects.

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Cybersecurity PlanningVulnerability ScanningRisk Management FrameworkSecurity Certification (CompTIA Security+, CISSP)Automation/Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

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Hard Skills

Cyber Information AssuranceVulnerability ScanningRisk Management FrameworkAutomation/ScriptingCybersecurity PlanningNetwork SecurityDoD Information Assurance Vulnerability ManagementProject ManagementSecurity Technical Information GuidanceAssured Compliance Assessment Solution

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

EMASSACASPowerBICrowdStrikeQualys

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ (with CE)SSCPCISSP

Industry Keywords

DoDCyber DefenseMilitary HealthCyber Risk ManagementSecurity Readiness Review

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the review of EHR architecture and technical artifacts from a cybersecurity perspective
Assist in developing and implementing Cyber Information Assurance policies and procedures
Support complex to highly complex cybersecurity planning for the EHR system and lead individual tasks as necessary
Support development and management of project management plans, including risk summaries and mitigation recommendations
Conduct ACAS scans to identify vulnerabilities/findings on DHMSM ATOs and provide finding metrics and closure/burndown evidence
Modify, optimize, and develop PowerShell and Python automation scripts for vulnerability scanning, data ingestion, and reporting
Support development and implementation of project communication plans
Meet with, present to, and provide operational status updates to senior government personnel
Update and maintain RMF controls, POA&Ms, and security artifacts in eMASS
Assist with project milestones
Support cyber strategy and related documentation
Provide subject matter expertise for customer inquiries
Establish and maintain internal and external relationships for cybersecurity collaboration

Requirements

What you’ll need

US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
BS degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience
US Citizenship required
Active Secret or higher security clearance is required for Federal Government contract
Security Certification in accordance to DoD 8570.01 IAT-II/IAM-II or higher (e.g. CompTIA Security+ (with CE), SSCP, CISSP)
Experience with cyber risk management tools such as DoD Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS)
DoD contract experience leading cyber activities throughout project lifecycle
Excellent written and verbal communication & presentation skills
Experience with Controls and Risk Management Framework
Experience with the DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) Program
Substantial knowledge of networks, cyber defense toolsets and processes
Experience with automation/scripting
Experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scanner, Security Technical Information Guidance (STIG) requirements and compliance process, SCAP Content Checker, Security Readiness Review (SRRs), and other DoD approved tools
DoD Military Health experience preferred
Experience with PowerBI preferred
Ability to multitask and solve complex technical problems
Adaptable to changing circumstances and operational needs
Experience working with other vulnerability suite tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Qualys)