Security Architect
$67.50 - $87.50/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
$67.50 - $87.50/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
$67.50 - $87.50/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Washington, DC · On-site
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability : Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Washington, DC · On-site
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability : Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Desired : -- More than one industry certification (CISSP, GSEC, CEH, GCIH, CISSP Associate), or equivalent. -- Familiarity in multiple programming / scripting languages to streamline automation ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Desired : -- More than one industry certification (CISSP, GSEC, CEH, GCIH, CISSP Associate), or equivalent. -- Familiarity in multiple programming / scripting languages to streamline automation ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$67.50 - $87.50/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$67.50 - $87.50/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$112K - $145K/yr
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability: Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$112K - $145K/yr
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability: Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Washington, DC · On-site
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability : Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Washington, DC · On-site
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability : Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$120K/yr
CISSP (Associate) Skills Essential: * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to follow structured processes and document results accurately. * Basic understanding of: * Information ...
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Manhattan, NY · On-site
$120K/yr
CISSP (Associate) Skills Essential: * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to follow structured processes and document results accurately. * Basic understanding of: * Information ...
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Developer experience is preferred in a least one scripting / programming language. * Experience with reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risk and ...
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Developer experience is preferred in a least one scripting / programming language. * Experience with reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risk and ...
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability : Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
Quick apply
CISSP (Associate) * CCSP * SSCP * Clearance/Suitability : Secret (active), Top Secret, SCI Eligible Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties ...
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Developer experience is preferred in a least one scripting / programming language. * Experience with reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risk and ...
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Developer experience is preferred in a least one scripting / programming language. * Experience with reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risk and ...
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$69.50 - $90/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$69.50 - $90/hr
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Takoma Park, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Takoma Park, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Desired : -- More than one industry certification (CISSP, GSEC, CEH, GCIH, CISSP Associate), or equivalent. -- Familiarity in multiple programming / scripting languages to streamline automation ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Desired : -- More than one industry certification (CISSP, GSEC, CEH, GCIH, CISSP Associate), or equivalent. -- Familiarity in multiple programming / scripting languages to streamline automation ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Hyattsville, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Hyattsville, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Chevy Chase, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Chevy Chase, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Silver Spring, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
Silver Spring, MD · On-site
$154K - $278K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable * Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60 * Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253 * Experience supporting DoD ...
$10.82 - $11.56
3% of jobs
$11.56 - $12.30
5% of jobs
$12.30 - $13.05
2% of jobs
$13.05 - $13.79
2% of jobs
$14.30 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.79 - $14.53
18% of jobs
The median wage is $15.01 / hr.
$14.53 - $15.28
31% of jobs
$15.93 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$15.28 - $16.02
16% of jobs
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14% of jobs
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A CISSP Associate job is a cybersecurity role for professionals who have passed the CISSP exam but have not yet met the required five years of work experience. These individuals typically perform security analysis, risk assessment, and policy implementation under the guidance of senior cybersecurity professionals. The role allows them to gain practical experience while working toward full CISSP certification. Many organizations hire CISSP Associates to support security operations, compliance efforts, and infrastructure protection. Once the experience requirement is met, they can obtain the full CISSP credential.
To thrive as a CISSP Associate, you need a solid understanding of information security principles, risk management, and cybersecurity best practices, typically demonstrated by pursuing or holding the CISSP certification. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, firewalls, identity management systems, and vulnerability assessment platforms is common in this role. Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences set top candidates apart. These competencies are essential for maintaining strong security postures and safeguarding organizational data against ever-evolving threats.
As a CISSP Associate, you will typically assist with monitoring security systems, responding to incidents, supporting risk assessments, and helping maintain compliance with security policies. You may also assist in conducting vulnerability scans, creating documentation, and collaborating closely with network and IT teams to address security gaps. These daily tasks play a crucial role in the overall security framework, ensuring the organization remains protected against cyber threats. Working alongside experienced security professionals provides valuable opportunities to learn and develop advanced skills as you progress towards full CISSP certification. This collaborative environment fosters professional growth while supporting the team's goal of robust, proactive security protection.
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Are you ready to join Leidos all-star team? Through training, teamwork, and exposure to challenging technical work, let Leidos show how to accelerate your career path.
Leidos has an exciting opening for you as our next TS/SCI Security Engineer Solution Architect supporting the creation of an Enterprise AI Platform and Digital Services Framework for a Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE) client. Have impact as part of a mission focused, solutions oriented, and adaptive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. As the Security Engineering Solution Architect, your job is to provide technical security expertise in a primarily cloud infrastructure with focus on leading teams through the Risk Management Framework to system ATOs across multiple domains. You will lean on your experience with security technologies and industry best practices while employing effective security solutions. You are a demonstrated leader, skilled at achieving cross functional collaboration in a dynamic and fast paced environment. Work will be conducted both remotely and on-site at several locations, primarily but not exclusively within the National Capital Region (NCR).
As an integral member of the team, you will work closely with Program Management, Security and System Engineers on the following key tasks:
Provide expert guidance to enable streamlining ATO management processes with engineering solutions and best practice efficiencies
Lead solution architecture and implementation of streamlined security, governance, and accreditation support model, including automation of compliance processes
Provide expert technical guidance to team members while employing security solutions
Directly interact with client CIO and Security POCs
Create, improve, and maintain security policies and procedures
Provide operating system hardening and system patching guidance based on DISA STIGs and NIST publications
Analyze security incidents and provide recommendations for resolution
Strong knowledge and experience in software development in an Agile environment
Manage individual project priorities, deliverables, and deadlines.
Foster an environment of collaboration with the different team members in the goal of providing quality service and product to our customer.
You demonstrate a solid understanding of security best practices and meet the following qualifications:
BS degree and 15+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 15+ years of prior relevant experience
An active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain a Polygraph
Have at least one of the following DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certifications: CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CSSLP, or CASP+ CE. NOTE: the CISSP Associate is not acceptable
Familiarity with NIST Special Publications e.g. NIST SP 800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60
Experience with CNSS publication CNSSI 1253
Experience supporting DoD/IC systems through the entire Risk Management Framework Plus (RMF) process to ATO
Experience with incident response plans, plans of actions and milestones (POA&Ms), risk management plans, and vulnerability management plans
Experience establishing and maintaining a System Security Engineering (SSE) management process to integrate security and privacy controls into complex hardware and software systems
Experience managing a team of Cyber Security Engineers (CSEs) and Information System Security Officers (ISSOs)
Experience using Tenable Security Center and all components
Experience with technologies such as Linux, Windows, firewalls, gateways, proxies, VPCs, and public key infrastructure.
Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
You will wow us even more if you have some of these:
An active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification
Successfully achieved ATO under RMF+ across multiple domains
Experience working in Agile and DevOpsSec environments
Experience with big data applications
Experience with Jira and Confluence
Experience with OIDC or Oauth2
Experience with any of the following technologies:
Kubernetes, Rancher, or Cloudera containerization technologies
CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Gitlab
Elasticsearch
Active Directory
SQL and NoSQL databases
Scripting languages like bash, python, or PowerShell
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Original Posting:August 7, 2026For 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.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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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