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Leidos

DCO Counter-Measures Engineer

Leidos

Published 14 May 2026
USA
108K - 195K USD Annual
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Java
Python
Ruby
C++

Key skills

Integrations
Information Systems
SME
Cyber Security
System Administration
Operations
Agile
Automation
Data
Malware
Infrastructure
Scripting
Cloud
API

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

IP Networking
Flow
Unix
Bash
PowerShell
Linux
Git

Description

The role involves authoring and deploying countermeasures to eliminate threats and monitor their activities. The incumbent will assess the effectiveness of these measures and adjust actions as necessary. Responsibilities include designing and developing solutions for automated cybersecurity services and maintaining automation scripts to scale security work. The position requires developing custom integrations and data correlation strategies to reduce risk. Additionally, the role involves maintaining situational awareness by reviewing intelligence and open-source reporting for new vulnerabilities or threats.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience, along with at least eight years of applicable work history. An active DoD Secret clearance is required, with eligibility to obtain TS/SCI. Applicants must hold an 8140 Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist 521 Intermediate-level certification, such as Security+, PenTest+, CySA+, GSEC, or GMON. Proficiency in at least one modern programming language and experience in custom malware detection are mandatory. Additionally, a strong understanding of networking protocols, system administration, and threat life cycles is required.

Disclaimer

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About the company

Leidos

Size

33167

Founded

HQ

Reston, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.

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