Lead Security Engineer

Description

Cloud computing continues to allow us to modernize and consolidate IT infrastructure, automate workloads, and pursue next-generation innovation. We are seeking a Security Engineer to serve as a technical leader for our critical cloud modernization initiatives. This high-impact role is focused on securing Azure cloud environments and embedding security into every phase of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

As the Senior Security Engineer , you will define the security posture, lead implementation, and oversee the governance of cloud security solution for our IHS customer. This role is pivotal in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud-hosted assets while enabling secure innovation at scale. You will partner closely with Cloud Engineers and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver maximum value to the mission.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Architecture and Engineering

• Cloud Security Architecture : Design, architect, and implement secure, scalable cloud infrastructure across an Azure platform, ensuring alignment with Zero Trust principles and defense-in-depth strategies.
• Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) : Architect, implement, and maintain secure ICAM solutions, including federated identity, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and robust encryption / key management systems (KMS) as required.
• DevSecOps Integration : Lead the integration of security tools and practices into CI / CD pipelines (DevSecOps workflows) to enable automated security testing, vulnerability scanning, and compliance validation.
• Automation : Define, enforce, and automate cloud security policies, standards, and control frameworks using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and native cloud services.

Governance and Compliance Leadership

Operations, Risk, and Strategy

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

REQUIRED CORE TECHNICAL SKILLS : AZURE FOCUS

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

Original Posting : December 19, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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.

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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