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Policy, Governance, and Standards Systems Architect

AT Leidos
Leidos

Policy, Governance, and Standards Systems Architect

Alexandria, VA

Description

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector has an opening for a Policy, Governance, and Standards Systems Architect to support one of its critical customers. You will be responsible for architecting, designing, and driving the adoption of different architectural methodologies across the organization. You will also play a key role in defining and implementing enterprise policies, governance, and standards. In this role, you will integrate with other Directorates to ensure that the organization's infrastructure supports the efficient and secure delivery of products and services.

This position is located at The Mark Center in Alexandria, VA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance to start.

Primary Responsibilities:

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  • Perform complex and advanced architecture work in design, evaluation, planning, testing, and operation in support of system development, engineering analysis, and research.
  • Work directly with senior technical personnel, program managers, and external organizations in the planning, oversight, execution, and evaluation of multiple complex technical solutions related to a program's system and technical product development.
  • Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of scientific principles and practices in broad areas across one or more technical disciplines.
  • Employ solution architecture and system engineering principles, processes, methods, models, artifacts, and tools to accomplish analysis, problem evaluation/diagnosis, and solution design across a variety of Systems Engineering / Architecture activities, including data gathering, requirements definition, use case development, gap analysis, functional specification creation, test plan development, test preparation, risk assessment and mitigation planning, and authoring of design specifications.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of systems engineering documentation and diagrams/models.
  • Lead the development of business process maps using a standard methodology and toolset.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Typically requires a BS degree and 8+ years of prior relevant experience.
  • U.S. Citizenship with an active Top Secret (TS) / SCI clearance.
  • Experience with preparing executive presentations.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and excellent time-management skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Solid organization skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience with federal organizations and interacting with senior civilian and military personnel.

Original Posting:

June 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 $104,650.00 - $189,175.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

Client-provided location(s): Alexandria, VA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00160393
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program