PKI Registration Authority Specialist

** Description*
* Leidos' Digital Modernization sector is seeking an IA Analyst / Registration Authority Specialist in support of the Marine Corps Cyber Operations Group (MCCOG) Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) contract. This position provides PKI RA support for the implementation, maintenance, and sustainment of the DoD/NSS/Marine Corps PKI and will work out of Quantico in VA (100% onsite).  
** We expect the position to become available in May 2026.*
* Responsibilities include:

+ Create and remove Local Registration Authorities (LRAs)

+ Perform issuance and revocation of:

+ Role-based certificates

+ Code signing certificates

+ End-user certificates

+ Administrator certificates

+ Server certificates

+ Perform alternate token issuance

+ Conduct NIPR/SIPR key recovery

+ Perform SIPRNet token and CAC PIN resets

+ Manage production and issuance of USMC Alternate Tokens (via NEATS) and DoD/NSS SIPRNet tokens (via TMS)

+ Provide USMC LRA audit support

+ Operate in a fast-paced environment as part of theUSMC's sole PKI Enterprise Help Desk, providing global support (including tactical environments).

+ Support development and delivery of PKI training and outreach initiatives across USMC environments.

Basic Qualifications:

+ Active DoD Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

+ Ability to obtain a favorable adjudication on a T5 investigation

+ High School diploma or GED and 3+ years of Registration Authority experience. Additional education may be considered in lieu of some experience, pending approval.

+ DoD/NSS PKI RA experience

+ Key Recovery Agent experience

+ RA/LRA Auditor experience

+ DoD/NSS PKI RA Certification

+ DoD/NSS Key Recovery Agent Certification

+ CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent)

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as strong writing and presentation skills

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** Original Posting:*
* April 9, 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 $57,850.00 - $

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   .

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