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.

Your best work is ahead!

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.