Cyber Engineer
About The Position
Leidos Defense Systems Land Systems is seeking a Cyber Engineer to support cloud and container security operations onsite. The role focuses on securing Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) environments, implementing continuous authorization (cATO), and integrating DevSecOps practices across hybrid cloud platforms. The engineer contributes to defensive operations and risk management frameworks in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides systems, solutions, and services across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace, including enterprise and mission IT, intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. This position provides full-time onsite support and requires residency in the North Alabama area.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of prior relevant experience, or a master’s degree with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience.
- Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure networking.
- Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
- Python scripting for automation or tooling.
- Linux administration in classified or sensitive settings.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including troubleshooting complex network issues.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and possess an active Secret clearance.
- Must provide full-time onsite support and reside in the North Alabama area.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of software supply-chain security and vulnerability assessment.
- DevSecOps experience embedding security into CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with RMF, STIG, A&A, or continuous ATO processes.
- Experience with ACAS, Splunk, or similar security monitoring tools.
- Exposure to static/dynamic analysis tools such as SonarQube and Fortify.
- GitLab CI/CD pipeline development.
- Strong written and verbal communication, especially translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
- Relevant certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator.
- Experience with Podman or Rancher.
Responsibilities
- Design and apply network segmentation, zero-trust policies, and access controls for cloud and on-premise assets.
- Configure and maintain secure routing between data centers, remote sites, and public clouds.
- Build and operate networking services in AWS and Azure, including VPCs, subnets, VPN/ExpressRoute, and Transit Gateways.
- Enable high-throughput multicast or broadcast traffic where required.
- Integrate Kubernetes networking (CNI plugins) with underlying SDN or hardware appliances.
- Automate provisioning, change control, and policy enforcement with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
- Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting to surface performance and security events in real time.
- Partner with DevSecOps, application, and mission-team engineers to define secure connectivity requirements.
- Produce concise runbooks, architecture diagrams, and documentation for networking solutions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
