Desk Officer
Company: Leidos
Location: West Mclean
Posted on: October 29, 2025
|
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description Description Job Description Leidos, a leading
government contractor, is excited to announce our recent award of a
significant Intelligence Program in Northern Virginia, known as
Beacon . This long-term program offers exceptional opportunities
for skilled and dedicated professionals to continue making a
critical impact on national security. At Leidos, your most
important work is ahead! You will enjoy great benefits such as paid
time off (PTO), 401K, discounted stock purchase plans, career
growth, parental paid leave and more! You'll be supported by some
of the most respected leaders in the industry - leaders who are
deeply committed to empowering their teams, supporting the
customers’ missions, and valuing the work they do every day. We are
actively seeking Desk Officers at all levels (1 to 20 years of
experience) with a current TS/SCI w/Polygraph to join our
high-performing team. Candidates will support operational elements
by providing research and analysis to support the customer’s
mission. Officers will utilize multiple layers of dynamic research,
report writing, and briefing. Work occurs at client sites in
Northern Virginia. Responsibilities: Manage a full range of
operational and support activities Serve as the primary point of
contact for overseas offices Provide operational guidance for
ongoing cases Propose recommendations for possible operational
scenarios Coordinate legal and policy issues affecting cases and
overseas offices Provide in-depth research on existing cases, and
intelligence assessments using a variety of sources Provide
briefings to senior decision-makers This posting is for multiple
opportunities ranging in years of experience. All positions require
possession of a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates
who do not possess this clearance will be disqualified . Level of
opportunity, including compensation, will be determined after in
person meeting. Level 1: requires 1 year of relevant experience and
a Bachelor’s degree Level 2: requires 3 years of relevant
experience and a Bachelor’s degree Level 3: requires 7 years of
relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree Level 4: requires 12
years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree Level 5:
requires 20 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree *5
years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for a
degree* Basic Qualifications: All positions require possession of a
current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates who do not possess
this clearance will be disqualified. Demonstrated ability to
research and analyze Demonstrated ability to organize and
prioritize effectively Demonstrated ability to problem-solve
Demonstrated ability to work on several tasks concurrently Strong
analytic writing and editing skills Demonstrated ability to work in
team environment successfully Demonstrated success in working in a
high-paced, dynamic environment Experience collaborating and
coordinating with multiple offices and agencies Experience
supporting senior decision makers Experience related to
intelligence research and analysis work This position requires a BA
2 years of experience. Experience may be used in lieu of degree. 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 28, 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 $57,850.00 - $104,575.00 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.
Keywords: Leidos, Burke , Desk Officer, IT / Software / Systems , West Mclean, Virginia
