Leidos is hiring: Lead Cybersecurity Analyst in Odenton

Description

Join our dynamic team as a Lead Cybersecurity Analyst, where you will play a vital role in supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and providing essential cybersecurity solutions. This position is focused on enhancing the security and effectiveness of the DOD Information Network (DODIN) while leading a talented team of Endpoint Analysts. Your expertise will contribute to detecting, monitoring, and mitigating cyber threats across the network.

As the Lead, you will work in a fast-paced environment, guiding your team and collaborating with various program and customer leadership teams, including Current Ops, Future Ops, Defensive Cyber Operations, and Field Operations Commands.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead a small team in developing innovative cybersecurity solutions while identifying new growth opportunities aligned with program and customer priorities.
• Oversee work authorizations, approve timecards, and track team workload against established plans.
• Foster professional growth and performance of team members while managing their development.
• Direct the analysis of malicious network activity to identify exploited vulnerabilities and methods of compromise.
• Evaluate network architecture and device configurations to identify security risks and recommend best practices.
• Review, analyze, and report on high-priority endpoint threats, including identifying malicious tactics and techniques used in attacks.
• Create and supervise the development of situational awareness products to inform DoD components about vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present briefings on cyber threats to keep senior leaders informed of the current threat landscape.
• Collaborate with authorizing officials (AOs) to ensure accurate documentation of requirements, gap analysis, and compliance needs.
• Develop comprehensive reports on threat and vulnerability activities that impact mission success.
• Maintain and enhance a DoD indicator database for effective threat detection and mitigation.
• Establish and track security risk metrics to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity strategies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with at least 15 years of combined education and experience.
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance, with eligibility for Counterintelligence Polygraph.
• Current DoD 8570 IAM Level I/II certification.
• Experience with endpoint detection and response tools such as ESS, Cisco AMP, Cortex XDR, Forti EDR, and others.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP protocols, basic system administration, and malware types.
• In-depth knowledge of computer network defense operations and security principles.
• Proven expertise in threat and vulnerability analysis and network traffic analysis.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, for conveying technical information effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as Security+ CE, CAP, GSLC, and CISSP.
• ITIL v3 Foundation certification.

Original Posting Date: 2024-12-04

This requisition will remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated closing date no earlier than 3 days following the original posting date.

Pay Range: $122,200.00 - $220,900.00

Please note that the Leidos pay range for this position serves as a guideline and is influenced by various factors, including responsibilities, experience, and skills.