Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Sr. Governance and Events Specialist 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 Description

Leidos is seeking a Senior Governance and Events Specialist to support an Intelligence Community (IC) program in McLean, VA. An Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required to be considered for this position.

Seeking an experienced, detail-oriented professional to coordinate and manage executive engagement activities in support of a cabinet-level government customer. The Executive Engagement Facilitator operates within a high-visibility executive secretariat environment, overseeing the full lifecycle of senior-level engagements and events, from invitation through execution.

Reporting to program leadership, the Facilitator manages the intake, tracking, coordination, and completion of executive engagements, meetings, and travel. This includes ensuring timely preparation of briefing materials, managing communication among internal and external stakeholders, and maintaining accuracy and accountability across all engagement activities.

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-tempo environment supporting senior government officials. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting cabinet-level or senior executive leaders, familiarity with interagency coordination, and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism and precision in all aspects of delivery.

• Leads development of in-house programs and practices to identify developmental needs, including preparing personnel for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments
• Meets regularly with customer to gather and prioritize requirements for team
• Creates and maintains team's workload documents
• Promotes training across organization
• Ensures all products are consistent with government-approved programs of instruction standards that prioritize accessibility to resources per EO 14035
• May assist with all aspects of the courses, including instructional design, tracking course enrollment, scheduling guest speakers if required, and incorporating student feedback for future course improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess incoming requests for executive-level external engagements, preparing weekly engagement packages for leadership review and decision.
• Coordinate with customer stakeholders to gather context and requirements necessary for the successful execution of each engagement.
• Support executive secretariat staff in developing comprehensive briefing materials and engagement books for proposed and approved travel and events.
• Partner with protocol staff to ensure seamless day-of execution for visits, including coordination with security personnel and other support elements.
• Assist government and subject matter experts in planning, preparing, and executing executive foreign travel.
• Collaborate with the executive secretariat government lead to develop and refine event concepts into polished, well-executed engagements appropriate for cabinet-level principals.
• Deliver all work products and event support with accuracy and professionalism, free of planning or logistical errors.
• Perform additional administrative or protocol-related duties as directed by government staff.

Basic Qualifications

• Ten years of experience and a M.A./M.S. degree or 12 years with a B.A./B.S. and at least 6 years of management level responsibility.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in National Security, Foreign Affairs, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience providing direct support to executive-level leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Intelligence Community and federal government operations.
• Exceptional writing, grammar, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to balance multiple high-priority tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to perform confidently and professionally with grace under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated experience developing briefing or trip books for senior executives or cabinet-level officials.
• Familiarity with cable writing, classified databases, and executive communication.
• Experience using customer databases to monitor field traffic and communicate with field offices.
• Familiarity with Agency communication and travel coordination systems.
• Proven ability to identify and protect sensitive information while engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Willingness to undergo additional vetting and sign a non-disclosure agreement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior executive or senior civilian service personnel (e.g., SNIS, DISES, SES).
• Prior experience working in an executive secretariat

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Original Posting:
December 11, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

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.

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