Leidos - Odenton, MD
posted about 2 months ago
The Space Force Cybersecurity Policy Expert position at Leidos is a critical role within the National Security Sector, specifically designed to support the United States Space Force (USSF) in enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities. This position is based at Fort Meade, MD, and is part of a larger program that supports the Air Combat Command's Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) mission. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive cybersecurity policies and guidance that align with the USSF's operational objectives and regulatory requirements. In this role, the expert will work closely with the Space Force Cryptologic Office (SFCO) to bolster multi-domain operations and cyberspace capabilities, particularly in the face of cyber threats. The workload will include a variety of tasks such as Protective Domain Name Services, Attack Surface Management, and Threat Intelligence Collaboration activities. The candidate will be expected to document and execute policies that comply with Department of Defense (DoD), USSF, National Security Agency (NSA), National Information Security Program Operating Manual (NISSPOM), and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications. The Space Force Cybersecurity Policy Expert will also play a pivotal role in promoting awareness of cybersecurity policies among USSF senior leaders, ensuring that sound cybersecurity principles are integrated into the organization's mission, vision, and goals. This includes developing Cybersecurity Division (CSD) compliant Cyber and Information Assurance plans that reflect USSF mission objectives and operational plans. The expert will interpret and apply relevant laws and regulations, develop and disseminate cybersecurity vulnerability management alerts, and conduct thorough analyses of unit host systems for indicators of malicious cyber activity. Additionally, the role involves overseeing Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and providing training and briefings on Information Assurance and Cyber Defense as needed.