Technical Intelligence Editor

Leidos•McLean, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is hiring a Technical Intelligence Editor for its Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area in McLean, Virginia. The editor will professionally edit analytical products supporting U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives on counterterrorism issues. The position works in a team environment and may require covering shifts on a non-traditional schedule; a 15% shift differential may apply to certain hours. The role involves editing intelligence publications and graphics, checking sourcing and formatting, supporting the production workflow, and delivering and archiving finished intelligence products. The position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph, strong editorial experience, knowledge of classification procedures, and experience editing finished intelligence products for an Intelligence Community customer.

Requirements

Must have a TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Strong editorial experience.
Bachelor's degree in English, Linguistics, or a related subject and 8+ years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience; experience may be exchanged for degree requirements.
Experience editing finished intelligence products or intelligence assessments, generally 1–5 pages, that are viewable by the broader IC or DoD.
Previous experience editing and sourcing finished intelligence products in support of an IC customer, with a proven track record of collaborating with analysts and managers.
Relevant exposure to U.S. foreign policy, national security counterterrorism objectives, and the interagency coordination process.
Knowledge of national security classification procedures.
Experience adhering to a publication style guide.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, short-turnaround environment periodically.
Experience with Microsoft Word, specifically Track Changes.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Adobe InDesign.

Responsibilities

Review and edit products to align with customer style guide standards.
Review and edit graphics, including interactive media, assist in developing visual aids, and ensure proper formatting.
Verify proper sourcing of products and graphics.
Finalize publications.
Provide archiving support.
Track edited work product and ensure its workflow through the production process.
Work within production schedules and coordinate with all parties involved.
Produce, deliver, and archive finished intelligence publications.