Description
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Cyber Range Software Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!
Our LOE program provides our customer's Operations organization with the best possible solutions for their mission needs. We achieve this through rapid prototyping, new development, and advanced technology research. From leading-edge visualizations to analytic development, we're always pushing the boundaries to find new and better data sources and tradecraft to answer intelligence questions. With a focus on collaboration and a fast-paced environment, our prototype development program is the ideal place to grow your skills and make a real impact. Clickhere (https://careers.leidos.com/search/jobs?q=pdsii&ns job category=pdsii-jobs) to learn more about how this program "Delivers Mission Success!"
Job Summary:
Responsibilities Include:
Configure Cyber Range (100s-1000s of VMs) using IaC, Terraform, Ansible, VMWare, and automation technologies
Collaborate with Hunt, Red, and Blue Teams to understand configurations
Support training, force-on-force exercises, and mimic customer infrastructures
Work with Software Engineers, System Administrators, Network Engineers, and Systems Engineers
Develop innovative solutions to complex problems
Cyber Security Directorate's Defensive Network Operations
Provide mission support when not working on the Cyber Range
Basic Qualifications:
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, Batch, and Python
Experience with networking and virtualization
Experience with Terraform and Ansible
Experience with cybersecurity tools, network configurations, and operational tools
Knowledge of operating systems, including Windows and Linux, application behaviors, and network traffic analysis
Computer Science (CS) degree or related field
Bachelor's degree plus 12 to 15 years of relevant experience or Master's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 13 years of relevant experience or high school diploma/GED plus 15 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position
Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience operating in an agile development environment and DevOps
Experience with container technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker
Knowledge of penetration testing or red team operations
Experience utilizing and development with Splunk
Experience with Nutanix
Defensive Cyber Security Operations?
At Leidos , the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you - apply today.
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Original Posting:
March 11, 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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00
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.
REQNUMBER: R-00155271
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
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