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The Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of global security? The Intelligence Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Technical Lead – Digital Forensics & Intrusions to work in our Linthicum, MD location. This is an exciting opportunity to utilize your forensic and technical expertise in support of a U.S. Government partner conducting advanced digital investigations. In this mission, we provide comprehensive digital forensic examination, network analysis, malware analysis, and evidence management services supporting investigative and operational objectives. You will lead forensic teams operating in high-security environments and ensure defensible, legally sound technical outputs. This role directly contributes to national-level investigative and cyber defense missions.

Join a team where your "greatest work" isn't just a slogan—it’s our daily standard.

Contract Status: Proposal Phase/Contingent Upon Award.

Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.

What you'll be doing:

The Technical Lead conducts and oversees comprehensive digital forensic and intrusion analysis operations using diverse technical methodologies and tools. This includes performing digital and multimedia forensic examinations, network forensic analysis, malware reverse engineering, and endpoint analysis to support investigative requirements. Responsibilities include identifying emerging technical threats, maintaining defensible chain-of-custody documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal laws and accreditation standards.

The individual manages complex forensic projects from intake through reporting, developing task plans, supervising technical staff, and maintaining quality assurance standards. They establish and maintain forensic methodologies for evidence collection, analysis, documentation, and expert reporting. This role involves engaging stakeholders to gather investigative requirements, providing expert technical recommendations, and preparing technical reports suitable for legal proceedings. They also ensure operational readiness through mentoring, tool validation, and continuous process improvement.

Needed Experience, Skills, and Education:

• Bachelor's degree and 7 or more years of experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• 5+ years leading forensic or intrusion analysis teams

• 7+ years performing digital/multimedia forensic examinations

• Experience working with Windows, macOS/UNIX, and Linux operating systems

• Experience conducting forensic network analysis

• Experience analyzing endpoint data, packet captures (PCAP), and related data sources

• Experience using industry-standard forensic tools

• Strong understanding of chain-of-custody and evidentiary standards.

Clearance Needed:U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.Preferred Experience, Skills, and Education:

• Master’s degree in Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, or related field

• Certifications such as GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CFCE, or equivalent

• Experience in ISO 17025 or accredited lab environments

• Experience providing expert testimony support

Preferred Tool Experience:

• FTK

• En Case

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Original Posting:

March 10, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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.