Information Assurance Specialist
About the role
Step into a mission-driven role where your cybersecurity expertise directly strengthens the United States Air Force’s operations across the Indo-Pacific. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to safeguard national security, collaborate with elite cyber professionals, and support the Air Force’s strategic pivot to the Pacific.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support cybersecurity operations for AFSCI (JWICS) systems and SCI enclaves
- Apply NIST RMF methodologies to assess, manage, and mitigate system risk
- Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to PACAF personnel
- Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures
- Participate in key meetings and working groups with PACAF ISSM, PA-ESC ISSO, and CIISO
- Develop, draft, and review Security Impact Analyses (SIAs) for AFSCI (AFJWICS) changes
- Process Change Requests (CRs) through the PACAF Configuration Management Board (CMB)
- Maintain security artifacts and documentation for ATO/ATC sustainment
- Cook up continuous monitoring activities and develop POA&Ms
- Provide cybersecurity support and training to PACAF personnel
Basic Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of applicable experience. Additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with NIST RMF
- IAM Level II Certification (CAP, GSLC, or equivalent)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Customer-focused with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in C4ISR, IT, or IA-related roles
- 3+ years working with Intelligence Community (IC) IT Security Controls
- Familiarity with IC, USAF, and Pacific Theater operations
Pay and Benefits
- Pay Range: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
- Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement
About Leidos
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.