National Security Intelligence Editor | TS/SCI

Leidos; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

401K with 6% match

Flexible schedules

Education and training support

Parental paid leave

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Technical Intelligence Editor in McLean, VA to professionally edit analytical products supporting US national security objectives. The role emphasizes collaboration with analysts and editors in a fast-paced setting, with a focus on strict adherence to style guides and rigorous sourcing. A TS/SCI with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities include reviewing, formatting, archiving, and ensuring timely publication of finished intelligence products.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s or 10+ years with a Master’s degree.
• Experience editing Finished Intelligence products or assessments for IC/DoD audiences.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, short-turnaround environments.
• Experience editing and sourcing finished intelligence products with analysts/managers.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit products to align with customer style guides; format graphics and interactive media.
• Verify proper sourcing of products and graphics and finalize publications.
• Provide archiving support and track edited work through production workflow.

Skills

Editorial experience

Team collaboration

Editing finished intelligence products

Sourcing and verification

Microsoft Word (Track Changes)

Education

Bachelor's in English/Linguistics or related

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Leidos seeks a Technical Intelligence Editor in McLean, VA to professionally edit analytical products supporting US national security objectives. The role emphasizes collaboration with analysts and editors in a fast-paced setting, with a focus on strict adherence to style guides and rigorous sourcing. A TS/SCI with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities include reviewing, formatting, archiving, and ensuring timely publication of finished intelligence products.