Senior Program Manager: National Security Initiatives

Leidos Inc; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a complex government program, providing strategic direction for contract execution, cost control, and performance. You will interface with Government leaders, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure delivery of critical capabilities that support national security missions.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, and disciplined governance, with a focus on Earned Value Management and executive reporting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience serving as a Program Manager or Project Manager managing programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Demonstrated experience conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule management, financial monitoring, and executive reporting.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience managing funds and resources using Earned Value Management (EVM) or other complex financial reporting methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-task contracts, subcontractors, and multi-vendor environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading program risk management, quality assurance, and cross-functional technical teams.Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DoD 5000-series guidance, and ICD 801 policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of contract execution to achieve cost, schedule, technical, and performance objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Government CO, COR, and Leidos leadership.
• Foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Communicate program status, technical progress, risks, issues, and solutions to Government stakeholders.
• Prepare and present executive briefings and Government-facing reports.

Skills

Program leadership

Contract management

Risk management

Earned Value Management

Executive reporting

Education

BA/BS degree

10+ years PM experience

Tools

EVM tools

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Leidos is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a complex government program, providing strategic direction for contract execution, cost control, and performance. You will interface with Government leaders, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure delivery of critical capabilities that support national security missions.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, and disciplined governance, with a focus on Earned Value Management and executive reporting.