Senior Program Analyst
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Job Location:
Fort Belvoir, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 92300 - 166850
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Leidos Defense Sector is seeking a Senior Program Analyst to be a key contributor to high-impact national security efforts supporting the planning execution and oversight of complex large-scale programs across the defense and intelligence this role you will help guide the development and integration of advanced software enabled capabilities across diverse operational environments.
At Leidos youll join a team of innovators tackling some of the worlds most critical challenges through cutting-edge technology and bold ideas. We foster a dynamic and collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to mission success and the significance of your contributions will only be surpassed by the exceptional opportunities for your professional growth and advancement.
This position is contingent upon program award anticipated late February to mid March.
This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity including compensation will be matched to a candidates experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and maintenance of the programs Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) performing critical path analysis schedule risk assessments and variance analysis.
- Drive the programs risk and opportunity management process from identification and analysis through mitigation and capture planning.
- Facilitate Risk Management Boards (RMBs) and other key program meetings presenting complex analysis and providing strategic recommendations to program leadership.
- Develop and deliver high-quality program status reports performance metrics and executive-level briefings for both internal and government stakeholders.
- Manage the programs baseline change control process ensuring any changes to scope schedule or budget are properly documented and approved.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for program control matters interfacing directly with government counterparts subcontractors and internal teams.
- Mentor and provide coaching to junior program analysts reviewing their work and fostering their development in program control disciplines.
- Ensure timely and compliant submission of all Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) related to program schedule cost and performance.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree with 8 or 12 years of prior relevant experience OR a Masters degree with 6 or 10 years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
- Full understanding of program management and control principles including scheduling risk management and performance analysis within a government contracting environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence team members and present complex information clearly.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project/program management certification.
- Experience supporting large complex government or defense programs particularly those involving software development and system integration.
- Understanding of operational concepts and technologies that support situational awareness decision-making and mission execution in complex environments.
- Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and preparing performance and status reports.
- Familiarity with government contracting environments and common contract vehicles.
- Proficiency with collaboration and project management tools such as SharePoint Jira Confluence or similar platforms.
If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
January 29 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 $92300.00 - $166850.00The 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:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Data Collection
- Military Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Earned Value Management
- Sharepoint
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Financial Management
- Contracts
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.
