Desk Officer

Leidos•Reston, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos, a leading government contractor, is excited to announce our recent award of a significant Intelligence Program in Northern Virginia, known as Beacon . This long-term program offers exceptional opportunities for skilled and dedicated professionals to continue making a critical impact on national security. At Leidos, your most important work is ahead! You will enjoy great benefits such as paid time off (PTO), 401K, discounted stock purchase plans, career growth, parental paid leave and more! You'll be supported by some of the most respected leaders in the industry - leaders who are deeply committed to empowering their teams, supporting the customers’ missions, and valuing the work they do every day. We are actively seeking Desk Officers at all levels (1 to 20+ years of experience) with a current TS/SCI w/Polygraph to join our high-performing team. Candidates will support operational elements by providing research and analysis to support the customer’s mission. Officers will utilize multiple layers of dynamic research, report writing, and briefing. Work occurs at client sites in Northern Virginia. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be determined after in person meeting.

Requirements

Typically requires a BA degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience, additional experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
All positions require possession of a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates who do not possess this clearance will be disqualified
Demonstrated ability to research and analyze
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize effectively
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve
Demonstrated ability to work on several tasks concurrently
Strong analytic writing and editing skills
Demonstrated ability to work in team environment successfully
Demonstrated success in working in a high-paced, dynamic environment
Experience collaborating and coordinating with multiple offices and agencies
Experience supporting senior decision makers
Experience related to intelligence research and analysis work

Responsibilities

Manage a full range of operational and support activities
Serve as the primary point of contact for overseas offices
Provide operational guidance for ongoing cases
Propose recommendations for possible operational scenarios
Coordinate legal and policy issues affecting cases and overseas offices
Provide in-depth research on existing cases, and intelligence assessments using a variety of sources
Provide briefings to senior decision-makers