Job Description
Description Continue Your Legacy of Service - in a Role Where Mission Still Matters Position: Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Location: [Insert Location]
Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
Department: Leidos RPA Operations Support
You've Stood the Watch-Now Stand Guard in the Cyber Domain At Leidos, we understand the weight of the oath you've taken and the sacrifices you've made. You've led with honor-and now, we're inviting you to do it again in a new arena. Step into a pivotal cybersecurity role supporting the
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) at a cutting-edge
Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Operations Facility . This is more than a job-it's a continuation of the mission.
Your Objective: Defend Digital Frontlines - Safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical information systems.
- Deliver direct cybersecurity support to AFSOC RPA Operations Centers and local ISSOs.
- Maintain a robust, accurate program that protects Air Force and Intelligence Community assets.
- Conduct system reviews, flag risks, and recommend actionable improvements for enhanced resilience.
What You'll Do - Perform ISSO duties across internal and external customers with precision and professionalism.
- Analyze and report on cybersecurity posture, risks, and compliance metrics.
- Advise Commanders and ISSMs with strategic courses of action to elevate cyber readiness.
- Assist in the design and implementation of local cybersecurity programs aligned to DoD guidance.
- Provide hands-on training to teams on tools, processes, and protection standards.
- Contribute to security planning, documentation, and compliance efforts for ATOs, POA&Ms , FISMA, and more.
Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of applicable experience ( additional experience may substitute ).
- Active TS/SCI clearance and IAT Level II certification .
- Solid background in System Administration , risk assessments, and A&A documentation.
- Familiarity with SIPR and JWICS network environments.
- Exceptional communication skills-both written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications: - Operational knowledge of Air Force and Intelligence Community policies .
- Expertise in ICD 705 physical and personnel security protocols.
- Real-world application of NIST SP 800 standards.
Why Leidos? Leidos empowers veterans to bring their skills forward into a meaningful civilian mission. For decades, we've backed
national defense, health, and engineering operations with technical excellence and unwavering dedication.
Original Posting: July 24, 2025
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: Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00
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.
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