Senior Contracts Manager — National Security (Hybrid)

Leidos; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos, a leader in national security solutions, seeks a Senior Contracts Manager to support the Analysis Solutions Business Area within the Intel Sector. You will partner with cross-functional teams to govern contracts and lead proposals for mission-critical programs.

You will manage contract administration, compliance oversight, and customer relationships while navigating FAR/DFAR and OTAs requirements to protect the company's interests and enable program success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years or Master’s with 6+ years.
• Deep knowledge of government contracts, subcontracts, and proposal support.
• Ability to make sound business judgments and manage multiple activities with short turn-around.
• Expert-level negotiation in complex terms and conditions.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR, OTAs, CRADAs, and commercial agreements.
• Active Top Secret/SCI with polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Governance and contract administration across a dynamic program portfolio.
• Lead contract proposals and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage customer relationships and contract risk.

Skills

Contracts knowledge

Business acumen

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience

Master’s degree with 6+ years

Job description

Leidos, a leader in national security solutions, seeks a Senior Contracts Manager to support the Analysis Solutions Business Area within the Intel Sector. You will partner with cross-functional teams to govern contracts and lead proposals for mission-critical programs.

You will manage contract administration, compliance oversight, and customer relationships while navigating FAR/DFAR and OTAs requirements to protect the company's interests and enable program success.