Technical Lead – Cyber Intelligence Operations

Leidos•Linthicum Heights, MD

About The Position

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! The Opportunity Are you ready to shape the future of global security? The Intelligence Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Technical Lead – Cyber Intelligence Operations to work in our Linthicum, MD location. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your cyber intelligence expertise in support of a U.S. Government partner conducting advanced investigative and analytical operations. In this mission, we provide comprehensive operational, analytical, and technical support to enable mission success across cyber investigations and national-level intelligence initiatives. You will lead a team of analysts and technical experts conducting complex cyber analysis in support of high-priority national security objectives. This role provides the opportunity to directly influence operational outcomes through advanced intelligence methodologies and technical leadership. Join a team where your "greatest work" isn't just a slogan—it’s our daily standard. Contract Status: Proposal Phase/Contingent Upon Award. Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 10 or more years of experience leading technical or intelligence analysis teams. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Experience supporting all-source cyber intelligence operations
Experience using intelligence analysis methodologies (HUMINT, SIGINT, OSINT integration)
Experience developing cyber investigative methodologies
Experience writing serialized intelligence products and operational reports
Experience managing project scope, cost, risk, and schedule
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or related field.
Experience supporting Intelligence Community missions.
Experience analyzing Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors.
Familiarity with interagency coordination processes.
Threat intelligence platforms
Link analysis software
Open-source research tools
Malware analysis platforms
Data fusion and visualization tools

Responsibilities

Conducts and oversees comprehensive research and analysis on complex cyber intelligence issues using diverse sources and methodologies.
In-depth research utilizing open-source intelligence, classified reporting, technical telemetry, stakeholder consultations, and data analysis to support investigative and operational priorities.
Identifying emerging threats, trends, and vulnerabilities while maintaining accurate and defensible analytical records.
Manages complex analytical projects from start to finish, developing project plans, assigning tasks, and managing timelines and dependencies.
Establishes technical methodologies for collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring intelligence products meet operational requirements.
Engages stakeholders to gather mission requirements, provide technical recommendations, and represent program capabilities in collaborative forums.
Prepare serialized intelligence products, operational reports, and executive briefings while facilitating technical consensus across partners.