Job Opportunities

Description

The Homeland Sector at Leidos is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Technical Project Manager to support Department of Defense (DoD) programs and initiatives. This role combines senior-level requirements analysis with hands-on IT network and facilities management responsibilities, supporting critical mission areas across Pentagon offices, Joint Staff, and DISA infrastructures. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical background, deep familiarity with DoD organizations and processes, and demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder technical projects. This position will be in the Western-Northern, VA metro area.

Key Responsibilities:

Requirements Analysis & Advisory Support

• Analyze actual and predictable operational activities related to military, governmental, and program systems to help decision-makers make better-informed choices

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses, including data modeling, simulations, and decision support system applications

• Prepare detailed reports and analysis in the requirements functional area for decision-makers at the operational and executive levels

• Advise Government representatives on regulatory guidance, higher headquarters directives, and requirements processes

• Develop and deliver DoD-compliant documents and briefings using established templates and Action Officer (AO) processes

IT Networks, Infrastructure & Facilities Management

• Assist with the execution of projects and tasks associated with IT networks and domains, including transport, end-user devices, and facilities management

• Work actively with partners to identify gaps and shortfalls associated with workflows and required communications capabilities

• Assist with procurement and lifecycle management of IT resources, including self-installs and troubleshooting of equipment

• Coordinate with stakeholders, community partners, and Pentagon offices to ensure alignment and mission readiness

Project Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and manage entire projects or processes spanning multiple professional areas and functional disciplines

• Coach, review, and delegate work to junior and mid-level professionals on the team

• Communicate and collaborate across internal team members and client stakeholders, including subcontractors and vendors

• Influence project and team leaders regarding solution design, process improvements, and technical approaches

• Make significant improvements to programs, processes, and solutions to enhance overall results

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience (Master's degree may substitute for experience — see below)

• Minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience supporting DoD programs in requirements analysis, project management, or related technical roles (or Master's degree with 6 years of prior relevant experience)

• Demonstrated expertise in providing resource and requirements support for DoD programs and organizations

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to executive-level audiences

• Strong familiarity with DoD missions, capabilities, organizations, and document/briefing standards

• Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance (required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of DISA infrastructures and transport systems, including Global, CONUS, Pentagon, and Mark Center environments

• Familiarity with DISA J6 program offices and associated processes

• Prior experience working with Pentagon offices, including one or more of the following:

  • OSW components (Policy, I&S, A&S, DoW CIO)

  • Joint Staff

  • Chairman's Communications Team

  • Secretary of Defense Communications

  • Procurement and acquisition functions

• Awareness of Radio Frequency (RF) and SATCOM technologies and capabilities

• Familiarity with the National Military Command System (NMCS) and National Leadership Command Capabilities (NLCC)

Why Join Us

This role places you at the intersection of strategic requirements analysis and hands-on technical execution within some of the most mission-critical environments in the U.S. defense enterprise. You will work alongside senior Government representatives and cross-functional teams, making a direct and measurable impact on national security outcomes.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

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.

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.

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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.