Location: Kirtland AFB – Albuquerque, NM Company: Leidos Clearance Required: Top Secret / SCI
Are you ready to join the Leidos all‑star team? Through training, teamwork, and exposure to challenging technical work, Leidos gives you the runway to accelerate your career path. We’re seeking a skilled Cyber Security Specialist to support operations at Kirtland Air Force Base, contributing directly to the security posture of critical Air Force and DoD systems.
In this role, you will ensure the implementation of cybersecurity protections, detect and mitigate malicious activity, and help maintain compliance across USAF and DoD information systems. You’ll also support supplier risk management, insider threat programs, and the full lifecycle of assessment and authorization activities.
Work independently to meet daily objectives with significant impact on mission operations and project deliverables.
Collaborate with internal teams and customer stakeholders to implement cybersecurity solutions and processes.
Represent the organization on technical review boards, inspections, and compliance teams.
Coordinate with system owners on security compliance and Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
Conduct periodic reviews to ensure adherence to established cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Notify leadership of system changes that may affect authorization status.
Assess system security threats and risks, validating security requirements and analysis.
Support the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process, including documentation and coordination.
Track security incidents and, when required, investigate, document, report, and recommend corrective actions.
Assist USAF, DoD, PMOs, and vendors with A&A development and execution.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field and 4+ years of experience Additional related experience and additional certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Demonstrated experience in information security.
Active Top Secret / SCI clearance.
DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant.
Knowledge of RMF processes, eMASS, and XACTA workflows.
Experience using Air Force systems and databases.
Understanding of military IT policies and procedures.
Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).
Current on required ADLS and/or INSCOM training.
Experience supporting Air Force ISR operations.
AWS Security Engineering coursework.
ISC2 CISSP or CCSP coursework.
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
Experience with Jira and Confluence.
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March 23, 2026
For 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
The 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.
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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