C-UAS Cyber Security Engineer

Leidos • Huntsville, AL

1d • $87,100 - $157,450 • Hybrid

About The Position

Leidos is hiring a Mid-Level Cyber Security Engineer to secure the Army’s Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Network Communication System (NCS). You’ll engineer, implement, and test security controls that protect M-LIDS and FS-LIDS systems supporting Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) missions. This role blends hands-on coding, security testing, RMF/ATO support, and Agile team collaboration to deliver secure tactical software in contested environments.

Requirements

• Bachelors in Cybersecurity/CS/Engineering + 4–7 years cybersecurity experience.
• DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• Experience coding and testing security controls (C/C++/Python/Java).
• DoD 8570/8140 certification (Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with encryption, MFA, access control, vulnerability assessment, and Agile development.
• Familiarity with RMF/ATO, secure cloud integration, DIL operations, and secure remote access.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test encryption, MFA, and access control within tactical software.
• Conduct vulnerability scanning, security regression testing, and penetration-testing support.
• Contribute security requirements, reviews, and documentation for NCS upgrades.
• Validate secure cloud data pipelines and remote access (zero-trust, VPN, gateways).
• Support RMF/ATO activities, patch assessments, compliance checks, and government security testing.
• Track and remediate findings in Agile sprint cycles; present results at TIMs and reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level