Cybersecurity Workflow Engineer

Description

Are you ready to make an impact?

The Leidos Cybersecurity, Architecture, and Engineering (CAE) Team within the Digital Modernization sector is seeking a Cybersecurity Workflow Engineer to design, implement, and optimize security workflows and automation processes to strengthen our cybersecurity operations. This role involves collaborating with Security Operations, IT, and DevSecOps teams to streamline threat detection, response, and compliance efforts across the enterprise.

To be successful in this role, you should have strong background in security automation, scripting, and orchestration platforms and is eager to contribute to a mission-focused cybersecurity environment.

Location: This position offers the opportunity to work from our Gaithersburg, MD or Reston, VA Headquarters office or fully remote from any U.S. based location.

Citizenship: US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance is required.

Your best work is ahead!

As a member of the Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering (CAE) Team, the Cybersecurity Workflow Engineer is responsible for executing and reviewing cybersecurity workflow requests across the enterprise. This includes assessing and approving Leidos Global Network, Endpoint, and Identity access requests while ensuring compliance with security policies and business requirements.

Your key tasks will include:

• Evaluate requests for feasibility, business need, and security compliance.

• Operate within organizational SLO/SLAs to process security workflow requests efficiently.

• Participate in Cybersecurity Workflow process improvement workshops to enhance operational efficiency.

• Develop and refine reference models and playbooks to standardize security workflows.

• Clearly explain cybersecurity access risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design secure access controls that balance business demands with cybersecurity standards.

• Collaborate with security teams to resolve access requests efficiently while meeting SLO/SLAs.

• Learn from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in Endpoint, Network, Application, Mobile, and Cloud security to expand technical expertise.

• Stay informed on cybersecurity best practices, industry trends, and evolving regulatory standards (e.g., NIST 800-171, CMMC, Privacy).

• Develop innovative security workflow solutions to enhance automation and operational efficiency.

• Maintain a deep understanding of business unit processes, technologies, and customer needs to tailor security solutions.

• Provide timely reporting on cybersecurity status and risk posture.

• Serve as an escalation point for complex access requests requiring additional review.

• Work closely with Compliance and Risk Management teams to align security workflows with policy requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field and a minimum of 4 years'; Associate and a minimum of 6 years' or Master's and minimum of 2 years; relevant experience (additional experience or certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree).

• Strong experience in security automation, workflow orchestration, and access control.

• Ability to analyze, develop, and deploy security solutions that align with business needs.

• Knowledge of Networking, Endpoint, Access, and Application Security to apply Leidos technical security standards.

• Experience with ServiceNow features and modules, particularly those relevant to security automation, IT workflows, and identity access management.

• Ability to communicate security risks effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Self-starter with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to solving security challenges.

• Strong documentation skills for internal teams and customer-facing security processes.

• Experience working with security architects, compliance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive security initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications: (Not required, but a plus!)

• Ability to translate strategic objectives into technical workflows and policy changes.

• Familiarity with security technologies across Networking, Endpoint, Access, and Application Security.

• Understanding of DoD, Intelligence Community security regulations, and RMF (Risk Management Framework) processes.

• Experience leading security projects and workflow optimization initiatives.

• Understanding of OSI model, TCP/IP, and network security protocols.

• Experience with privilege and rights management for identity security.

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting:

September 9, 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 $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

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.

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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.