Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

Description

Are you seeking a new and challenging position supporting a complex, mission-critical program? Leidos is currently looking to add a Sr. Systems Engineer to an Information Assurance Program near Ft. Meade, MD.

The successful candidate will participate in the development and evaluation of system engineering documentation, such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, security requirements, and security testing documents. They will provide technical support for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of complex hardware/software systems, including requirements elicitation, analysis, functional allocation, conducting system requirements reviews, and performing technical and non-technical assessments.

Support planning and test analysis of the DoD Certification/Accreditation Process and other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform cybersecurity high assurance evaluation activities, including reviews of security evaluation documents and artifacts for devices undergoing certification and assessment to ensure security requirements are met. Attend and participate in security-related meetings and reviews to translate vulnerability knowledge into guidance to prevent and manage risk. Document security deficiencies and recommend clarifications and process improvements to mitigate security concerns.

Qualifications:

• Eight years of System Engineering experience
• Bachelor's Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university; five additional years of SE experience may substitute for a degree
• Information Assurance/Cryptographic experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and lead small teams
• Active TS/SCI with Poly Clearance required

Additional

Skills:

• Experience in Space/Weapon/Ground/Terminal system development or evaluation
• Experience with DoD Certification/Accreditation Processes and other government C&A processes
• Experience in Space System Engineering

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

Original Posting: August 19, 2025

For U.S. positions:
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos expects this job to remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after the posting date.

Pay Range: $ - $

The Leidos pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Factors such as responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, or legal considerations may influence compensation.