IAD Program Manager

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Program Manager to support TSA TOMCAT in Springfield, VA. You will organize, direct, and manage task-order operations for the Information Assurance and Cyber Security Division, coordinating with the engineering and architecture contractor to transition projects to operations and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of PM experience, with cybersecurity by design, cloud migration, and AI/ML experience, and the ability to obtain TSA suitability and DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a technical or management discipline is required.
• 8 years total experience with at least 4 years in Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, directs, and manages task order operation support functions for IAD.
• Maintains client interfaces with IAD project POCs.
• Coordinates with customer and contractor personnel on task plans and deliverables.
• Ensures conformance with project schedules.
• Establishes and maintains technical and financial progress reports.

Skills

Program management

Cybersecurity

Digital transformation

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Leidos is a FORTUNE 500 company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and the health industries. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Leidos is a FORTUNE 500 company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and the health industries. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

The Digital Modernization Sector is seeking a highly qualified Program Manager (PM) to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Trusted Operations, Maintenance, Cybersecurity, Assurance, and Technology (TOMCAT)program in Springfield, VA, supporting the TSA Office of Information Technology (OIT) Information Assurance and Cyber Security Division (IAD).

Primary Responsibilities

• Organizes, directs, and manages task order operation support functions, involving multiple, complex, and inter-related project tasks in support of the Information Assurance and Cyber Security Division (IAD)
• Maintains and manages the client interface with IAD project client POCs
• Coordinates and collaborations with customer and Contractor personnel to formulate and review task plans and deliverable items
• Ensures conformance with project schedules
• Establishes and maintains technical and financial reports to show progress of projects to management and customers, organizes and delegates responsibilities to subordinates and oversees the successful completion of all assigned tasks
• Duties include performing systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition, technical management, integration, system testing, and quality assurance.
• Work closely with the engineering and architecture contractor to successfully transition projects to operations and maintenance mode
• Manage open communications, close collaboration, and continuous, productive feedback with the engineering and architecture contractor

Basic Qualifications

• Requires BA/BS in a technical or management discipline. In lieu of degree, additional experience may be required.
• Requires 8 years total prior relevant experience with a minimum of 4 years of Program Management experience
• Experience working on digital transformation/modernization contracts with a focus on cybersecurity by design, cloud migration, automation, and AI/ML services
• Experience managing transition of engineering projects from an engineering and architecture contractor and to sustain the projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing information assurance and cyber security projects/programs
• Customer focused, strong leader
• Experience building collaborative working relationships with customers, technical staff, senior managers, and peers
• The ability to obtain and maintain TSA Suitability
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Certifications:
• PMI Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience:
• Managing program execution in a CMMI Level 3 or above environment and/or in accordance with ISO-9001 certified processes
• Experience in the DHS and/or TSA programs, contracts, and mission requirements

Clearance Required

• Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance at time of consideration

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Original Posting

August 28, 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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

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 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.

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.

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