What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Manager position at Leidos?
Description
Are you ready to work for a company that not only supports mission critical projects but also prioritizes investing in the growth and development of its employees?
Join us at Leidos, where your most important work is ahead! You will enjoy great benefits such as paid time off (PTO), flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, career growth, education and training support, parental paid leave and more! You will have the opportunity to work under exceptional industry leadership at every level, where prioritizing employees, and their work, is paramount.
The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is brimming with exciting new opportunities and we want you to be part of it!
Join the Leidos team on the front lines of digital transformation for the Department of Defense as an IT Project Manager. As a member of the Cloud One ACSS program / C1N ACSS, you will drive the projects in support of continuous improvement and Task Requirement Notice (TRN). This isn't just an IT job; it's a mission to secure and advance the nation's defense technology.
Clearance: Active Secret (U.S. Citizenship Required)
Your Role And Responsibilities
As a IT Project Manager, you will be the central figure leading complex IT modernization and consolidation projects from initiation to completion. You will be empowered to guide multidisciplinary teams and ensure the flawless execution of projects that are vital to national security.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting
April 22, 2026
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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
The 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.
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.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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.
Are you ready to work for a company that not only supports mission critical projects but also prioritizes investing in the growth and development of its employees?
Join us at Leidos, where your most important work is ahead! You will enjoy great benefits such as paid time off (PTO), flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, career growth, education and training support, parental paid leave and more! You will have the opportunity to work under exceptional industry leadership at every level, where prioritizing employees, and their work, is paramount.
The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is brimming with exciting new opportunities and we want you to be part of it!
Join the Leidos team on the front lines of digital transformation for the Department of Defense as an IT Project Manager. As a member of the Cloud One ACSS program / C1N ACSS, you will drive the projects in support of continuous improvement and Task Requirement Notice (TRN). This isn't just an IT job; it's a mission to secure and advance the nation's defense technology.
Clearance: Active Secret (U.S. Citizenship Required)
Your Role And Responsibilities
As a IT Project Manager, you will be the central figure leading complex IT modernization and consolidation projects from initiation to completion. You will be empowered to guide multidisciplinary teams and ensure the flawless execution of projects that are vital to national security.
- Lead the entire project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered within scope, on schedule, and on budget.
- Brief key stakeholders on project plans and progress, managing milestones and realigning schedules to overcome unforeseen challenges.
- Assemble and direct project teams, coordinating tasks with functional experts across operations, security, and contracts.
- Develop detailed resource plans and schedules to ensure your team has what it needs to succeed.
- Proactively identify and manage project risks, document lessons learned and drive the continuous improvement of our project management processes.
- Manage the Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) process and the delivery of required documentation.
- Identify automation opportunities to drive improved service delivery.
- Serve as the primary communication link for your projects, reporting status to leadership, preparing formal meeting minutes, and developing content for program reviews.
- A bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant project management experience (Note: Additional years of applicable high-level experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
- An active Secret clearance.
- Demonstrated success in leading Small-Medium-scale, complex IT migration, consolidation, or technical refresh projects.
- Exceptional skills in resource planning, task scheduling, and risk management.
- A strong working knowledge of Network, Systems/Compute, and End-User Support environments.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Project and SharePoint.
- Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to multitask and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work onsite at Hanscom AFB (Concord, MA) 2-3 days per week, or more as required by the customer.
- PMP Certification.
- Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow), discovery, and event management platforms.
- Familiarity with USAF and DoD organizational structures, regulations, and directives.
- Experience supporting a Program Management Office (PMO) on large government contracts.
- Proficiency with software development tools and methodologies.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting
April 22, 2026
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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
The 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.
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.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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.
Salary : $73,450 - $132,775