Communications Director, Office of Technology
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Job Location:
Reston, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 130000 - 235000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Leidos is seeking an experienced highly strategic communications leader to support the Chief Technologist and the Office of Technology. This role will shape and execute communications strategies that position Leidos as a trusted innovator in mission-focused technology while translating advanced technical concepts into compelling narratives for customers partners and employees.
Reporting to the Chief Communications & Marketing Officer and working in close partnership with the Chief Technologist this individual will serve as a trusted advisor and integrator while leading and managing a team focused on telling Leidos technology story internally and externally.
This role requires a rare blend of technical fluency strategic communications expertise and credibility in technology ecosystems.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary communications advisor to the Chief Technologist supporting executive positioning thought leadership and internal influence.
- Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy for the Office of Technology that aligns with enterprise priorities and reinforces Leidos technology leadership.
- Translate complex forward-leaning technology concepts (e.g. emerging tech R&D innovation investments) into clear mission-relevant narratives for government audiences.
- Shape and manage external thought leadership platforms including speeches op-eds articles conference participation and media opportunities.
- Partner with Corporate Communications and sector communication teams on proactive media engagement related to technology innovation emerging capabilities and future mission needs.
- Ensure consistent credible positioning of Leidos technology strategy across market-facing materials websites and executive content.
- Support internal forums leadership engagements and enterprise-wide tools and initiatives that elevate awareness of the Office of Technologys work.
- Act as a connector across sectors and corporate functional teams to ensure alignment and amplification of technology messaging.
- Collaborate with Growth Strategy and sector communications teams to align technology narratives with customer needs and market priorities.
- Identify opportunities to integrate Office of Technology messaging into broader enterprise campaigns and initiatives.
- Serve as a brand champion ensuring communications reflect Leidos values credibility and mission focus.
- Support issues and crisis communications related to technology topics as needed.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism Marketing Business or related field and 12 years of progressive experience in communications with a strong emphasis on technology-driven organizations. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
- Ability to lead and mentor others through strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills.
- Experience supporting senior executives as a trusted communications advisor.
- Proven ability to develop and execute integrated communications strategies for large matrixed organizations.
- Strong understanding of technology ecosystems including mission customers and regulated environments.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and ambiguous problem sets.
- Proficiency with modern communications channels and collaboration tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with or supporting CTOs Chief Technologists R&D organizations or innovation offices.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies and innovation lifecycles (e.g. AI cyber digital engineering advanced analytics).
- Proficiency in AP style.
- Prior internal communications and employee engagement experience.
- Experience using collaborative software and workflow management tools.
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Original Posting:
January 23 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 $130000.00 - $235000.00The 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.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.
