What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Policy Analyst position at Leidos?
Description
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!
The Opportunity
Are you ready to shape the future of global security? The Intelligence Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Senior Policy Analyst to work in our Linthicum, MD location. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting a U.S. Government partner’s enterprise policy and strategic planning initiatives. In this mission, we provide comprehensive operational, analytical, and policy support to strengthen governance frameworks and align enterprise strategy with national priorities. You will conduct high-impact research, manage policy development projects, and facilitate interagency collaboration. This role directly supports leadership decision-making at the enterprise level.
Join a team where your "greatest work" isn't just a slogan—it’s our daily standard.
Contract Status: Proposal Phase/Contingent Upon Award.
Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.
What You'll Be Doing
The Senior Policy Analyst conducts comprehensive research and analysis on complex enterprise policy issues using diverse sources and methods. This includes in-depth research using academic literature, government reports, stakeholder consultations, and data analysis while assessing policy effectiveness. Responsibilities include identifying emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities and maintaining accurate records.
The individual manages complex policy projects from start to finish, developing project plans, timelines, and dependencies. They establish and maintain enterprise policy frameworks, monitor implementation progress, and resolve issues as needed. This role involves developing policy proposals, engaging stakeholders, facilitating consensus, and preparing executive communication materials. The analyst responds to inquiries and ensures clear and concise information is provided across federal and industry partners.
Needed Experience, Skills, And Education
U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.
Preferred Experience, Skills, And Education
Original Posting
March 11, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00
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.
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!
The Opportunity
Are you ready to shape the future of global security? The Intelligence Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Senior Policy Analyst to work in our Linthicum, MD location. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting a U.S. Government partner’s enterprise policy and strategic planning initiatives. In this mission, we provide comprehensive operational, analytical, and policy support to strengthen governance frameworks and align enterprise strategy with national priorities. You will conduct high-impact research, manage policy development projects, and facilitate interagency collaboration. This role directly supports leadership decision-making at the enterprise level.
Join a team where your "greatest work" isn't just a slogan—it’s our daily standard.
Contract Status: Proposal Phase/Contingent Upon Award.
Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.
What You'll Be Doing
The Senior Policy Analyst conducts comprehensive research and analysis on complex enterprise policy issues using diverse sources and methods. This includes in-depth research using academic literature, government reports, stakeholder consultations, and data analysis while assessing policy effectiveness. Responsibilities include identifying emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities and maintaining accurate records.
The individual manages complex policy projects from start to finish, developing project plans, timelines, and dependencies. They establish and maintain enterprise policy frameworks, monitor implementation progress, and resolve issues as needed. This role involves developing policy proposals, engaging stakeholders, facilitating consensus, and preparing executive communication materials. The analyst responds to inquiries and ensures clear and concise information is provided across federal and industry partners.
Needed Experience, Skills, And Education
- Bachelor’s degree and 10 or more years of total professional experience.
- 7 years of federal or DoD policy experience
- 5 years of cybersecurity/forensics-related policy experience
- Experience managing policy projects end-to-end
- Experience presenting to senior government leadership
- Experience developing and managing federal policy initiatives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing complex policy projects
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
U.S. Citizenship with an Active or Current DoD TS/SCI required. We are not able to sponsor the clearance requirement.
Preferred Experience, Skills, And Education
- Master’s degree in Public Policy, Cybersecurity, or related field
- Experience supporting cybersecurity or intelligence policy initiatives
- Experience presenting to senior leadership.
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Policy tracking systems
- SharePoint
- Data analysis tools
Original Posting
March 11, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00
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 : $116,350 - $210,325