Technical Liaison – Foreign Security Cooperation Programs

Leidos; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 89,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Technical Liaison, where your expertise will empower global security assistance initiatives. This telework-based role offers the chance to collaborate with international partners and government agencies, advising on critical acquisition processes. With a focus on maritime domain awareness, you will play a vital role in shaping strategies and bridging capability gaps. If you have a passion for global impact and possess a Secret clearance, this position is your opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience or 13+ years with a Master's degree.
• Current Secret clearance required, Top Secret/SCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on acquisition plans for U.S. Government and international partners.
• Provide technical expertise for SIGINT capability planning.

Skills

Advisory Expertise

Military Collaboration

Acquisition Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Aptitude

Analytical Acumen

Organization and Agility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Technical Liaison – Foreign Security Cooperation Programs

Job Title: Technical Liaison – Foreign Security Cooperation Programs (Secret Clearance Required)

Location: Telework with frequent international travel (up to 50% OCONUS)

Position Overview: Leidos' National Security Sector invites you to join our team as a Technical Liaison for worldwide Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or Security Cooperation (SC) programs. Bring your expertise to a telework-based role with global reach, empowering government security assistance acquisition across the world. Applicants with a current Secret clearance (Top Secret/SCI preferred) will thrive in this highly impactful position.

Key Responsibilities
Be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge capabilities for maritime domain awareness (MDA) and maritime platforms by:

• Advising U.S. Government and international partners on strategy, documentation, and execution of short and long-term acquisition plans.
• Providing technical expertise to develop policy, procedures, and processes for SIGINT capability planning and fielding.
• Assessing design, development, and evaluation documentation to identify risks and proposing solutions to integrated product teams.
• Developing strategies and familiarizing foreign personnel with capability and coverage gaps and requirements, data processing and analysis techniques, and reporting and indexing of knowledge.
• Creating professional briefings, meeting minutes, and official correspondence in collaboration with the U.S. Government.

Your Expertise
We are searching for candidates with:

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 13+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree).
• Clearance Requirements: Current Secret clearance is required (DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance preferred).
• Advisory Expertise: Demonstrated success in advising U.S. government and foreign partners on acquisition support processes.
• Military Collaboration: At least 10 years’ experience with U.S. military and security cooperation entities.
• Acquisition Knowledge: Insight into international acquisition practices, including arms control and high-tech equipment.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional public speaking and presentation design capabilities.
• Problem-Solving Aptitude: Strategic, holistic thinking with sharp attention to detail.
• Analytical Acumen: Strong data translation skills to drive strategic decision-making.
• Organization and Agility: Superior organizational skills with the adaptability to thrive in dynamic environments.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel internationally (up to 50%) as governed by contract provisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with I&W, SIGINT, and EW systems on maritime platforms.
• Experience with MDA capabilities, analytic CONOPS, and vessel-of-interest tracking and reporting.

Why Leidos? We offer a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your skills can make a global impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a trusted advisor and technical expert in the international arena, we want to hear from you.

EIO2024

Original Posting:

April 24, 2025

Description

Job Title: Technical Liaison – Foreign Security Cooperation Programs (Secret Clearance Required)

Location: Telework with frequent international travel (up to 50% OCONUS)

Position Overview: Leidos' National Security Sector invites you to join our team as a Technical Liaison for worldwide Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or Security Cooperation (SC) programs. Bring your expertise to a telework-based role with global reach, empowering government security assistance acquisition across the world. Applicants with a current Secret clearance (Top Secret/SCI preferred) will thrive in this highly impactful position.

Key Responsibilities
Be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge capabilities for maritime domain awareness (MDA) and maritime platforms by:

• Advising U.S. Government and international partners on strategy, documentation, and execution of short and long-term acquisition plans.
• Providing technical expertise to develop policy, procedures, and processes for SIGINT capability planning and fielding.
• Assessing design, development, and evaluation documentation to identify risks and proposing solutions to integrated product teams.
• Developing strategies and familiarizing foreign personnel with capability and coverage gaps and requirements, data processing and analysis techniques, and reporting and indexing of knowledge.
• Creating professional briefings, meeting minutes, and official correspondence in collaboration with the U.S. Government.

Your Expertise
We are searching for candidates with:

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 13+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree).
• Clearance Requirements: Current Secret clearance is required (DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance preferred).
• Advisory Expertise: Demonstrated success in advising U.S. government and foreign partners on acquisition support processes.
• Military Collaboration: At least 10 years’ experience with U.S. military and security cooperation entities.
• Acquisition Knowledge: Insight into international acquisition practices, including arms control and high-tech equipment.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional public speaking and presentation design capabilities.
• Problem-Solving Aptitude: Strategic, holistic thinking with sharp attention to detail.
• Analytical Acumen: Strong data translation skills to drive strategic decision-making.
• Organization and Agility: Superior organizational skills with the adaptability to thrive in dynamic environments.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel internationally (up to 50%) as governed by contract provisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with I&W, SIGINT, and EW systems on maritime platforms.
• Experience with MDA capabilities, analytic CONOPS, and vessel-of-interest tracking and reporting.

Why Leidos? We offer a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your skills can make a global impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a trusted advisor and technical expert in the international arena, we want to hear from you.

EIO2024

Original Posting:

April 24, 2025

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 $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

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.

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