Senior Security Manager

Job Description

Description

The Leidos Security Operations is seeking a proven, experienced security professional for a Senior Security Manager, to lead a multi-functional team and manage a portfolio of programs supporting our Mission Solutions Business Area and one of our Intelligence Community (IC) customers.  This is an incredible opportunity to apply your leadership and security experience in leading a team of security professionals across multiple locations and providing direction and oversight of security support to SCI programs in support of impactful business operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• This leader will be responsible for the security oversight and management of trusted security support for multiple contracts ensuring the proper implementing of the industrial security program and ensuring company and customer security requirements are met and exceeded.
• This leader will guide and develop a highly motivated team of industrial security professionals across multiple states and cleared facilities.
• This leaders will interface with all levels of Leidos personnel and government officials to ensure contract security compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), Contract Security documents and Program Classification Guides.
• The applicant must possess the confidence to make critical security decisions concerning high value contracts and to implement security procedures that will prevent unauthorized access to company and government facilities or information.
• The applicant must have a proven ability to apply risk mitigation in solving complex security challenges
• The applicant will provide clear guidance to company employees and recommend modifications to operations policies or procedures as appropriate.
• The applicant will provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to security personnel in relation to their security program(s), personnel clearance processing, program reviews, document control and security audits.
• The applicant will provide oversight and direction on security violation / infraction investigations & reports, receipt / dispatch / destruction / mail logs, visit certs, etc.
• The applicant will provide technical security experience in the following security disciplines : personnel, physical / industrial, computer investigations and operations.
• The applicant will need to be proficient at preparing and disseminating security requirements, guidance, and procedures.
• The applicant will ensure training of security personnel on how to properly create and conduct SCI briefings relevant to specific program missions for program personnel.
• The applicant is expected to collaborate with members of the DoW, IC and other officials as required to maintain knowledge and understanding of current security requirements.
• The applicant will provide guidance to security personnel on how to monitor, update and maintain personnel / program records (e.g. database and hardcopy) of security actions, as well as interpret security policies on matters pertaining to processing, dissemination and controlling of classified material.
• The applicant is expected to effectively coordinate security initiatives or requirements with internal and external security offices and business areas.
• The applicant will monitor and manage security operations across the Sector and provide status reports and recommendations to various levels of internal security and business leaders.
• The applicant will provide guidance on how to effectively build and maintain a security program to include how to create, manage and execute Security Awareness and CI training programs.
• The applicant will work closely and collaborate with internal and external managers to ensure understanding of program operations.
• The applicant will be expected to work extended hours as required.
• The applicant will have experience in creating and authoring Security Volumes for Request for Proposals.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications :

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting : October 27, 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 $101,400.00 - $183,300.00

The 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.

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.

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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.