Prototype Project Manager

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Principle Project Manager in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . 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 National Security!

Job Summary :

Our LOE program provides our customer's Operations organization with the best possible solutions for their mission needs. We achieve this through rapid prototyping, new development, and advanced technology research. From leading-edge visualizations to analytic development, we're always pushing the boundaries to find new and better data sources and tradecraft to answer intelligence questions. With a focus on collaboration and a fast-paced environment, our prototype development program is the ideal place to grow your skills and make a real impact. Click here to learn more about how this program "Delivers Mission Success!"

Seeking a motivated Principle Prototype Project Manager to support the exciting Corporate Directory Services mission. Project Manager will deliver software products and services by determining needs, assess and track system requirements and project status, identify milestones, plan, allocate resources, and project & track cost schedules. Articulate project status to senior leadership, decision makers and stakeholders in the form of briefings and written reports and work as a part of a leadership team. In addition, the candidate will be expected to share their expertise with Government and contractor personnel, as requested by the Government; Participation in technical exchanges, seminars, conferences, or other fora as requested by the Government and pre-approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR.)

Job Responsibilities / Qualifications :

• Mission Focus : Collaborate closely with customers to manage the projects to create Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) environment(s) that develop analytic solutions based off artifacts, enrich data with various corporate sources, summarize data, and formulate results for downstream analytics and queries.
• Technical Proficiency : Candidate should have experience in agile / scrum project management, technical AI / ML knowledge, data literacy, and a host of interpersonal skills to lead complex, cross-functional projects. Ability to develop and / or enable project management processes across the breath of mission efforts, collect and assess project updates for critical dependencies, blockers, and constraints. Ability to work with teams to ensure transparency of project efforts, milestones are identified and monitored.
• Qualifications : Bachelor's degree plus eleven (11) plus years of relevant experience or equivalent. Possess strong technical skills, relevant experience must be in engineering and / or software over their lifecycle (i.e. requirements analysis, software design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment / installation, and maintenance) and managing IT development projects (e.g., network, software, hardware, computer security). Experience may also include programming.
• Security Clearance : Candidates must possess an active TS / SCI with Polygraph to be considered for this role.
• Desirable Skills : Project Management Professional (PMP) and / or DAWIA certifications preferred. Knowledge of customer corporate tools and data repositories.

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 - apply today!

Careers.leidos.com

Conmd

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting : December 1, 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 $148,850.00 - $269,075.00

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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.