Hybrid Mid Shift Operations Leader

at Leidos

• Job title: Mid Shift Operations Leader
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $104,650 - $189,175 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cyber Security, TypeScript
• Location requirements: Hybrid, United States

About the role

• Mid Shift Operations Lead managing cybersecurity monitoring for DoD networks. Overseeing team operations and supporting development for effective incident response.

Responsibilities

• Support and Lead Cybersecurity Monitoring & Analysis: Investigate alerts generated from endpoints, IDS/IPS, NetFlow data, and custom sensors to detect compromises on customer networks.
• Analyze extensive log files, pivot between diverse datasets, and correlate evidence to support incident investigations, creating detailed technical reports outlining your findings.
• Triage security alerts to rapidly identify malicious actors targeting customer networks.
• Monitor and analyze DoD and open-source intelligence feeds to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and integrate them into security sensors and SIEMs.
• Report security incidents to customers and USCYBERCOM, ensuring timely communication and coordinated response.
• Team Leadership & Development: Leads and supports assigned personnel by: Conducting regular employee engagement activities.
• Works with Government Representation to meet shared goals and set priorities.
• Collaborating with Operations Managers to support employee training, performance management/development, and performance reviews.
• Maintaining consistent and effective communication with Operations Leads, the chain of command, and Human Resources, as needed, to address employee performance, accountability, and development matters.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure long-term mission effectiveness and the resolution of any personnel or operational roadblocks.
• Ensures consistent implementation and adherence to leadership directives and organizational policies in collaboration with People Leaders on their respective teams and shifts.
• Direct the performance and mission success of a cross-functional team.
• Sustain and improve situational awareness regarding all deliverable metrics and outcomes.
• Advance the mission through cross-team collaboration and developmental initiatives.
• Guide the mission with a growth mindset, emphasizing positive outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (or higher), such as CompTIA Security+ CE, ISC2 SSCP, or SANS GSEC (or equivalent).
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570 CSSP-A Level Certification (e.g., CEH, CySA+, GCIA, or equivalent) within 180 days of hire.
• Strong foundation in networking, including packet analysis, common ports and protocols, and traffic flow.
• Knowledge of the OSI model, defense-in-depth security principles, and common security elements for effective threat detection, analysis, and mitigation as a SOC Security Analyst.
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience; equivalent work experience and/or military service may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member, demonstrating initiative and a strong work ethic in both settings.
• Committed to continuous learning and self-improvement in the cybersecurity domain, as evidenced by ongoing pursuit of certifications, active participation in industry forums, and dedication to staying ahead of emerging threats and technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to address complex security challenges in real-world scenarios.
• A minimum of two (2) years managing a team of five (5) or more direct reports and/or A minimum of two (2) years of experience managing cross-functional cybersecurity teams.
• Located within a commutable distance (within 2 hours) or able to relocate to Hill AFB, UT; Scott AFB, IL; or Columbus, OH.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement