**Description** Leidos is seeking an IT Project Manager to join our growing team, in support of Security Engineering Programs – Center for Information Systems Security (SEP-CISS). This position will manage the day-to-day operations of a 24/7 IT Project team consisting of 30 employees. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours in support of IT operations in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. The ideal candidate will be a technically capable, inspirational leader, and team player with strong communication, management, analytical, and problem-solving skills; with a proven ability to thrive in environments that constantly embrace new technology. Due to the sensitive & classified nature of this program, telework is not available. Primary Responsibilities Primary ongoing responsibility is for management of a wide range of IT-centric projects. The candidate will focus on meeting project commitments, including communications with sponsors, stakeholders, etc. They will spend significant time on project management responsibilities. As assigned, lead or assist in the planning, implementation and introduction of projects for new systems and technologies Lead planning and/or implementation of IT projects. Additionally, they may participate in the design and/or testing phases. Facilitate the definition of project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements. + Manages a large team of experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments. + Ensures all projects run within scope, time, and budget constraints + Interfaces with task and functional leaders, subcontractors, and support personnel + Leads the team in developing new products, processes, standards or operational plans in support of the project/family + Has budget accountability for the IT group + Plan, execute, and close IT projects that meet or exceed customer objectives + Create clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, and manage constraints of cost, time, scope, and quality + Develop the overall project plan and manage project operations + Ensure team members know and execute their respective roles + Coordinate resolution of production-related problems Basic Qualifications _._ + Requires broad management and leadership knowledge to lead project teams + Active Top-Secret clearance + Experience with ITSM (IT Service Management) tools managing incident, request, CMDB, and knowledge bases. + Experience with NMS (Network Monitoring System) and prioritizing incident response. + Ability to meet in-person (at least quarterly) with members of a 24-7 team to support individual & team development. + Experience providing desktop/end user support. + Familiar with virtualization, Linux & Windows servers, databases, & SaaS. + Familiar with network equipment platforms. (Ex: Juniper, Cisco, PaloAlto) + Quality assurance experience, including ensuring the quality of any team deliverables, auditing team interactions with the ITSM tool and customers, etc. + Basic working knowledge of VPNs. + Basic knowledge of Cybersecurity best practices. + Strong written and oral communication skills are required. + Highly effective teamwork and collaboration abilities. + Must possess strong organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills to effectively relate to Leidos and customer needs. Preferred Qualifications + SCI eligible + Experience with Servicenow. + Experience with SolarWinds. + Experience with PC imaging, installs, hardware troubleshooting, etc. + Lifecycle management experience (Acquisition thru Disposition). + Experience with configuration and troubleshooting of Taclane encryption devices. + Experience with Linux and Windows servers, databases, AWS, and Hyper-V. + Experience with configuring and troubleshooting network equipment: Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto + Experience with configuring and troubleshooting VPN’s. + Experience with implementing Cybersecurity best practices. + Experience with endpoint cybersecurity tools (Trellix, McAfee ePO) At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.” If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in. **Original Posting:** September 5, 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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00 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. REQNUMBER: R-00166153 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.