Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

leidos· 00100 LEIDOS, INC.
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📍 Linthicum Heights, MDFull time💰 USD 154K–278K

About this role

Are you seeking a new and challenging position supporting a complex, mission-critical Program?  Well, look no further!  Leidos is currently looking to add a Sr. Systems Engineer  to an Information Assurance Program near Ft. Meade, MD.

The successful candidate will participate in the development/evaluation of system engineering documentation, such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, security requirements and security testing documents. Provide technical support for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of specific components of complex hardware/software systems to include requirements elicitation, analysis and functional allocation, conducting systems requirements reviews,  and performing technical/non-technical assessments. Support the planning and test analysis of the DoD Certification/Accreditation Process (as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform cybersecurity high assurance evaluation activities to include reviews of security evaluation documents and other high assurance artifacts/documents for devices undergoing certification and assessment, to ensure devices meet security requirements. Attend and participate in relevant security-related meetings and reviews in an effort to translate vulnerability knowledge into guidance to prevent and/or manage risk.  Clearly document security deficiencies found in the evaluation of artifacts and documents. Recommend requirement clarification and process/template improvement to mitigate security concerns.

Qualifications:

  • 20+ years of System Engineering experience  

  • Bachelor's Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.

  • Information Assurance/Cryptographic experience

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills a must

  • Ability to work in a team environment and lead small teams

  • Active TS/SCI with Poly Clearance required

You Might Also Have:

  • Experience in Space/Weapon/Ground/Terminal system development and or evaluation

  • DoD Certification/Accreditation Process (as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.

  • Experience in Space System Engineering

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Original Posting:

July 15, 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:

Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer role at leidos?
The listed salary for this Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer position at leidos is USD 154K–278K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer position at leidos located?
This Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer role at leidos is based in Linthicum Heights, MD. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer role at leidos full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer role in the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos.
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Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer
leidos · 💰 USD 154K–278K
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