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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity integration, risk analysis, and security engineering while managing compliance and technical documentation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and provide strategic cybersecurity solutions within government and defense sectors.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cybersecurity IntegrationRisk AnalysisSecurity EngineeringDoD AcquisitionsCISSP Certification
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Vulnerability AssessmentSystem HardeningPatch ManagementConfiguration ControlQuality AssuranceProgram ManagementCybersecurity ComplianceTechnical DocumentationSystems EngineeringCybersecurity Solutions
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingCritical ThinkingCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
EMASSNISTISO 27001CIS Controls
Certifications & Qualifications
CISSPCISMCEH
Industry Keywords
Government SectorDefense SectorU.S. NavyHuman Research Protections Regulations
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead integration of cybersecurity measures across functional elements
- Apply expertise in risk analysis, security engineering, program management, quality assurance, DoD acquisitions, and information technology
- Use eMASS to track, manage, and assess system security posture and mitigate vulnerabilities
- Develop system-hardening strategies, conduct vulnerability assessments, and exercise patch management and configuration control
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cybersecurity compliance and industry best practices
- Manage approval and compliance processes, including ATO and IATT acquisition
- Assess and evaluate systems for vulnerabilities and coordinate security improvements with engineering teams
- Provide technical guidance, cybersecurity solutions, and systems engineering advocacy to leadership
- Draft and maintain engineering requirements documentation, including CRD, ICD, System Specifications, and CAPS/LIMS
- Advance engineering efforts along acquisition lifecycle pathways
- Monitor cybersecurity trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements
- Assist with cybersecurity policies, procedures, and documentation
- Serve as cybersecurity subject matter expert and provide training and guidance
- Influence solutions supporting strategic project and program goals
- Recommend and develop technical solutions and standards for the research mission
- Lead and manage technical staff
- Collaborate with scientists, military personnel, and research institutions
- Maintain cybersecurity, compliance, and system configuration documentation
- Abide by human research protections regulations
- Attend and present at meetings, conferences, and symposia with government, military, academic, and private collaborators
- Perform other duties required for the customer research mission
- Respond to urgent inquiries and requests
- Travel domestically and internationally as required
- Model Leidos Mission, Vision, and Values
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, etc.) and at least 8 years of experience
- Proven experience and expertise in cyber security, with a focus on systems integration
- Strong knowledge of risk analysis, security engineering, program management, quality assurance, DoD acquisitions, and information technology
- Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
- Experience working in government or defense sectors
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, including assessing complex systems and identifying security vulnerabilities
- Strong leadership and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
- Excellent critical thinking and ability to work cooperatively in a team setting
- Flexibility in responding to changing demands, timelines, and priorities
- US Citizenship required
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET government security clearance
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or similar are highly desirable
- Research experience with military personnel is preferred
- Experience in or with the U.S. Navy is highly desirable