Leidos is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team to support a federal customer within CISA. The Project Manager supports the PM in the execution of a contract which encompasses monitoring of CISA networks both internally and as a service to subscribers.
Primary Responsibilities
Work with the Program Manager (PM) to establish vision and direction for customer’s cyber resources and operations, cyber workforce planning, monitoring technical security risks for area of responsibility, and establishing and enforcing policies and protocols that protect the customer's digital assets.
Responsible for financial, technical, administrative, contractual, and personnel aspects of the contract
Act as PM in the PM’s absence
Identify, assess, and resolve complex business problems/issue/risks and facilitate issue resolution and risk mitigation
Ensure that all work on this contract complies with the contract terms and conditions and is approved/coordinated with senior corporate managers
Ensure contractor back office support to properly process invoicing and personnel security clearance requirements
Establish and maintain necessary controls, management oversight, documentation, reporting, customer support, and notification functions as well as ensuring that required tasks stay on track, milestones are met, and contracted deliverables are delivered on time.
Manage contractor personnel issues and performance, including sub-contractor performance
Liaise with sub-contractor representatives regarding open positions, new requirements, candidate tracking, pipeline, performance and recognition, and other issues
Lead, direct, and review the work of a large and diverse team of cyber technical and PMO professionals who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
Lead the Project Management Office (PMO), which includes a robust Knowledge Management capability
Manage the hiring/onboarding/offboarding process for all contractor and sub-contractor personnel and keep personnel record system up-to-date
Coordinate with multiple technical and operational teams to achieve program objectives
Help prepare budget estimates for additional services requested by the customer
Analyze risks and opportunities and make informed recommendations to the customer
Strong experience with Service NowBasic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cyber, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other relevant field, and 12-15 years prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience or training, including military, may be considered in lieu of degree
PMI PMP certification
Strong experience with Service Now
Demonstrated capabilities to analyze highly complex cybersecurity and network issues, recommend plans of action for contractor and government staff, and manage contractor teams supporting resolution of these issues
Demonstrated ability to influence others outside of own area on policies, practices and procedures.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required, including substantial experience briefing senior customer/stakeholder management
Experience mentoring staff in order to maintain high levels of performance and positive morale
Candidate selected will be subject to a Government TS/SCI security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to the customer’s information. US Citizenship is required.
Five+ years experience managing medium/large projects/programs and leading highly technical teams
Superior ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Candidates are required to obtain a CISA Entry on Duty (EOD) approval to support this program.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or other relevant field
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Original Posting:
June 4, 2026For 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 - $210,325.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.