Strategic Contracts Leader — Mission Solutions (Hybrid)

Leidos

Reston (VA)

Hybrid

USD 116,000 - 210,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Leidos in Reston, VA is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to lead governance, proposal leadership, and contract administration across a portfolio supporting national security missions. You will manage compliance, risk, and customer relationships in a fast-moving environment, partnering with cross-functional teams to shape deals and protect the company’s interests.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in government contracts, deep FAR/DFAR knowledge, and active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience, or Master's with 10+ years.
Deep knowledge of government contracts, subcontracts, and proposal support.
Ability to make sound business judgments and manage multiple contracts with short turnaround times.
Expert-level skills in complex terms and conditions negotiations.
Working expertise in FAR/DFAR, OTAs, CRADAs, and commercial agreements.
Active Top Secret/SCI with polygraph required.

Responsibilities

Provide governance, contracts proposal lead, contract administration, and compliance oversight.
Manage customer relationships and contract risk across a dynamic portfolio.
Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic contract solutions.
Influence decisions at all levels while ensuring regulatory and policy alignment.