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Cybersecurity Software Engineer

Leidos
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Huntsville, AL 35806, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Leidos Defense Sector is looking for a Cybersecurity Software Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience to tackle complex problems in missile defense systems.
  • The role involves automating tools for analyzing static code, performing data analysis, and generating backlog items as part of the SAFE process in a Linux environment using C++ or Python.
  • Candidates should have experience in software development, data analysis, cyber experience, and familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira and Gitlab.
  • The position offers a salary range of $69,550.00 to $125,725.00, depending on qualifications and experience.
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Description

Leidos Defense Sector is seeking a talented Cybersecurity Software Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team within a matrixed organization to create unique solutions for complex problems, specifically regarding missile defense systems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

The Cybersecurity Software Engineer will run and automate the tool set for analyzing the static code for cyber standards for the IFPC Inc 2 software teams. The Cybersecurity SW Engineer will perform data analysis generated from the tool set and determine applicability of data and reliability. The results will generate backlog items to be worked as part of the SAFE process.  The Cybersecurity SW Engineer will also support creating/updating documentation for deliveries (CDRLs, Tech Bulletins, etc.).  The development environment the software team is working in is a Linux environment using languages like C++ or Python.

Basic Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Software related preferred) from an ABET-accredited university with 2+ years of experience or an MS degree
  • Data Analysis
  • SW Development Experience
  • Cyber Experience
  • Experience working within an Agile environment (or equivalent)
  • Experience using tools such as Jira and Gitlab (or equivalent)
  • Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates will also have experience and/or working knowledge with:

  • Software code scanning tools (CPP Check, CheckMarx, Fortify, or similar) experience
  • Cyber certifications
  • SAFE Agile Experience

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Original Posting:

February 3, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

The 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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