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Description
Cyber Security Specialist
Location: Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX
Company: Leidos
Clearance Required: Active Top Secret / SCI
Join the Leidos Team
At Leidos, you'll have the opportunity to support critical national security missions while growing your cybersecurity career alongside experienced professionals. We are seeking a early career to mid level Cyber Security Specialist to support cybersecurity operations at Lackland AFB, helping maintain the security and compliance of Air Force and Department of Defense information systems.
In this role, you will assist with cybersecurity compliance activities, support Risk Management Framework (RMF) efforts, participate in Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, and help ensure systems remain compliant with Air Force and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support cybersecurity compliance efforts across assigned systems and programs.
- Assist with implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoD and Air Force requirements.
- Coordinate with system owners, engineers, and program teams to support Authority to Operate (ATO) activities.
- Participate in Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, including documentation development and maintenance.
- Monitor system configurations and identify changes that may impact security compliance.
- Conduct periodic reviews and audits to verify adherence to established security policies and procedures.
- Assist with tracking, documenting, and reporting cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities.
- Support risk assessments and help identify remediation actions for security findings.
- Maintain RMF artifacts within eMASS and other cybersecurity management tools.
- Collaborate with government stakeholders and internal teams to support mission objectives and cybersecurity requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and 4-6 years of relevant cybersecurity experience. Additional relevant experience and industry certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or RMF-related activities within a DoD environment.
- Current Top Secret/SCI clearance.
- DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification at the IAT Level II or higher (Security+, CySA+, SSCP, etc.).
- Familiarity with RMF processes and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
- Experience working with eMASS, XACTA, or similar cybersecurity compliance tools.
- Understanding of DoD and Air Force cybersecurity policies and procedures.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Air Force or DoD programs.
- Familiarity with cloud computing environments such as AWS or Azure.
- Experience with vulnerability management and security assessment activities.
- Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence.
- Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, CAP, or CISM.
- Exposure to Air Force ISR missions or classified environments.
- Completion of applicable DoD or Air Force cybersecurity training requirements
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
November 2, 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
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.
Description
Cyber Security Specialist
Location: Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX
Company: Leidos
Clearance Required: Active Top Secret / SCI
Join the Leidos Team
At Leidos, you'll have the opportunity to support critical national security missions while growing your cybersecurity career alongside experienced professionals. We are seeking a early career to mid level Cyber Security Specialist to support cybersecurity operations at Lackland AFB, helping maintain the security and compliance of Air Force and Department of Defense information systems.
In this role, you will assist with cybersecurity compliance activities, support Risk Management Framework (RMF) efforts, participate in Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, and help ensure systems remain compliant with Air Force and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support cybersecurity compliance efforts across assigned systems and programs.
- Assist with implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoD and Air Force requirements.
- Coordinate with system owners, engineers, and program teams to support Authority to Operate (ATO) activities.
- Participate in Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, including documentation development and maintenance.
- Monitor system configurations and identify changes that may impact security compliance.
- Conduct periodic reviews and audits to verify adherence to established security policies and procedures.
- Assist with tracking, documenting, and reporting cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities.
- Support risk assessments and help identify remediation actions for security findings.
- Maintain RMF artifacts within eMASS and other cybersecurity management tools.
- Collaborate with government stakeholders and internal teams to support mission objectives and cybersecurity requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and 4-6 years of relevant cybersecurity experience. Additional relevant experience and industry certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or RMF-related activities within a DoD environment.
- Current Top Secret/SCI clearance.
- DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification at the IAT Level II or higher (Security+, CySA+, SSCP, etc.).
- Familiarity with RMF processes and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
- Experience working with eMASS, XACTA, or similar cybersecurity compliance tools.
- Understanding of DoD and Air Force cybersecurity policies and procedures.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Air Force or DoD programs.
- Familiarity with cloud computing environments such as AWS or Azure.
- Experience with vulnerability management and security assessment activities.
- Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence.
- Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, CAP, or CISM.
- Exposure to Air Force ISR missions or classified environments.
- Completion of applicable DoD or Air Force cybersecurity training requirements
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
November 2, 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
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.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field
- Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Active certification such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GIAC
- Familiarity with network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection tools
- Hands-on experience conducting incident response, log analysis, and vulnerability assessments
- Understanding of compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or HIPAA
Tips for Your Security Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to the role tier
Entry-level security analyst postings emphasize certifications like CompTIA Security+ and foundational SIEM exposure, while senior roles prioritize incident response ownership and tooling depth. Rewrite your resume summary for each tier rather than submitting the same document across all levels.
List certifications above your education
Hiring managers for security analyst roles scan for active certifications before degrees. Place your CompTIA, CEH, GIAC, or CISSP credentials in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they're visible without scrolling.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists security analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by the tools they name
Security analyst job descriptions almost always list the SIEM, EDR, or ticketing platforms in use. Search for postings that name tools you already know, such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, or ServiceNow, to improve your match rate and give your cover letter a concrete hook.
Prepare for a technical screening round
Most security analyst interview processes include a live scenario or take-home exercise, often a log analysis, alert triage, or phishing investigation. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud, since interviewers evaluate your methodology as much as your final answer.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Before discussing compensation, clarify which tools, environments, and incident types you'll own. Security analyst roles vary widely between reactive SOC work and proactive detection engineering, and scope affects your career trajectory more than starting pay at the analyst level.
Security Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most security analysts?
The companies hiring the most security analysts right now include Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics Information Technology, and Allied Universal, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistently high across defense contractors, financial institutions, and managed security service providers.
How many security analyst jobs are remote?
About 67% of security analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Cloud security and threat intelligence roles tend to have the highest share of remote positions, while SOC analyst roles at government contractors and classified environments are almost exclusively on-site.
How do you become a security analyst?
Start by earning a foundational certification such as CompTIA Security+ to validate core knowledge, then build hands-on experience through a home lab, capture-the-flag competitions, or a help desk role. Develop familiarity with at least one SIEM platform, practice log analysis and alert triage, and target entry-level SOC or IT security roles to get your first position.
Can you get hired as a security analyst with little experience?
Yes, entry-level security analyst roles exist specifically for candidates transitioning from IT support, networking, or recent graduates. Employers prioritize candidates who hold CompTIA Security+ or a similar certification, can demonstrate hands-on lab work or CTF participation, and show familiarity with triage workflows. A portfolio of home lab projects or documented incident walkthroughs can substitute for professional experience in early applications.
What does the security analyst interview process look like?
Most security analyst interviews include an initial HR screen, a technical interview covering threat scenarios and tool knowledge, and a practical exercise such as a log analysis or mock alert triage. Final rounds often involve a panel with a security manager and team lead who assess your communication skills and incident response methodology, not just your technical output.
Where can I find and apply to security analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to security analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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