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Description The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for testing, evaluating, and supporting cybersecurity platforms, tools, and system integrations across the enterprise environment. This role ensures reliable operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and software within distributed network infrastructures.The engineer will analyze and remediate network vulnerabilities based on security assessments, scan results, and findings provided by internal teams. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture and ensure the effectiveness of implemented security controls.Primary Responsibilities:Conduct risk assessments, audits, and control validationsMaintain and update security documentation, policies, and proceduresTest and evaluate cybersecurity tools, platforms, and integrationsTroubleshoot hardware and software issues across distributed network environmentsSupport vulnerability management processes, including identification, analysis, and remediationBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Management of Information Technology, or a related field.4-8 years of experience in information security or related roles.Excellent communication and multi-tasking skillsProactive and ability to work both singularly and in a Team environment.Familiarity of networking ports and protocols, architecture of networked and standalone systems, functionality of various operating systems, cloud computing environments and common security tools.Ability to digest and comprehend information system topology diagrams and Concept of Operations documentationKnowledge with federal standards such as NIST, FISMA and FIPSExposure to Security Control AuditsProficient with MS OfficeActive (or held within 3 years) Security ClearancePreferred Qualifications:Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Security+, CySA+) are a plus.Experience with SIEM products such as Splunk, NessusScripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)Must be within commute distance to Marshall Spaceflight Center (Huntsville, AL)If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:April 3, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The 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.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at /careers/pay-benefits.Securing Your DataBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 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