Technical Intelligence Editor

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

Job summary

Leidos in McLean, VA seeks a Technical Intelligence Editor to edit analytical products that support US national security objectives on CT issues. You will work in a team to ensure proper formatting, sourcing, and timely publication.

The role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph, strong editorial experience, a bachelor’s or master’s in relevant fields, and familiarity with MS Word Track Changes; InDesign is a preferred plus. Competitive benefits and opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold TS/SCI with Polygraph and possess strong editorial experience.
• Experience editing Finished Intelligence products or assessments.
• Knowledge of US foreign policy and interagency coordination.
• Familiarity with publication style guides and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit analytical products to match customer style guides.
• Verify sourcing for products and graphics and finalize publications.
• Provide archiving support and track workflow through production.
• Coordinate with analysts and managers across production schedules.
• Produce, deliver, and archive finished intelligence publications.

Skills

Editorial experience

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Foreign policy knowledge

Publication style guide adherence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Linguistics, or related subject

Master’s degree in a related field

12+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's

10+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Word (Track Changes)

Job description

Leidoshas a new and exciting opportunity for a Technical Intelligence Editor in our Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area (ASBA) in McLean, VA. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in Analysis Solutions Business Area!

The Technical Intelligence Editor willbe responsible forprofessionally editing analytical products that support key US national security and foreign policyobjectiveson CT issues. The Technical Intelligence Editor will be expected to work in a team environment.

The Technical Intelligence Editor willbe requiredto perform the following Responsibilities :

• Review and edit products to align with customer style guide standards. Review and edit graphics, including interactive media,assistin the development of visual aids, and ensure proper formatting.

• Verify proper sourcing of products and graphics.

• Finalize publications.

• Provide archiving support.

• Track edited work product and ensure its workflow through the production process.

• Work within production schedules and coordinate with all parties involved.

• Produce, deliver, and archive finished intelligence publications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a TS/SCI with Polygraph.

• Strong editorial experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Linguistics, or related subjectand12+years of relevant experience orMasterswith 10+ years of relevant experience.Experience may be exchanged for degree requirements.

• Experience with editing Finished Intelligence Products or Intelligence Assessments (products that are viewable for the greater IC or DoD) that range from 1-5 pages.

• Must havepreviousexperience editing and sourcing Finished Intelligence products in support of an IC customer, with a proventrack recordof collaborating with analysts and managers.

• Relevant exposure to US foreign policy, national security CTobjectives, and the interagency coordination process.

• Knowledge of national security classification procedures is mandatory.

• Experience adhering to a publication style guide.

• Ability to work in a fast pace/short turnaround environment (periodically).

• Experience w/ Microsoft Word (specifically, Track Changes).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Adobe InDesign is desired.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you.

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Original Posting:

October 8, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

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.