DescriptionPosition OverviewLeidos Intelligence Sector is seeking an experienced
Health and Fitness Specialist to support a Federal Intelligence Community customer's occupational health and wellness program. This position is eligible for
TS/SCI with polygraph clearance sponsorship.
The Health and Fitness Specialist will work at federal facilities throughout Northern Virginia as part of a team responsible for developing, implementing, and delivering health, wellness, and fitness programs to the federal workforce. Work locations include facilities inside the Capital Beltway and along the Dulles Corridor.
Local travel throughout Northern Virginia is required, with authorized personal vehicle mileage reimbursed. Occasional travel within the Continental United States may also be required.
Primary Responsibilities- Plan, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive health and fitness programs in collaboration with government stakeholders.
- Conduct individual fitness assessments, establish fitness goals, and develop customized exercise programs.
- Provide individual health and wellness consultations, fitness instruction, and ongoing support.
- Develop and deliver health and wellness briefings, workshops, seminars, and special events.
- Lead group exercise classes and educate participants on proper exercise techniques, body alignment, and exercise safety.
- Provide general guidance on nutrition, exercise, and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Support the planning, management, and evaluation of fitness programs, facilities, and equipment.
- Perform administrative duties, including fitness facility oversight, equipment assessments, and program documentation.
- Attend meetings and prepare weekly activity reports.
- Serve as a substitute instructor for group exercise classes as needed.
Required Qualifications- U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for the security clearance.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
- Willingness to undergo the required security clearance process and wait until the clearance is fully approved before beginning employment in this position. The clearance process may take one year or longer.
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Health and Fitness Specialist, Exercise Physiologist, Personal Trainer, or in a related field, including experience establishing fitness goals and developing individualized fitness programs.
- Current personal training certification from at least one of the following nationally recognized organizations: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)American Council on Exercise (ACE)National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)Equivalent certification from another nationally recognized health and fitness organization may be considered.
- Current CPR and AED certification.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide individual instruction and lead group activities.
- Ability to travel locally between customer facilities throughout Northern Virginia.
Preferred Qualifications- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
- Experience supporting corporate wellness, occupational health, or employee fitness programs.
- Availability to work within the hours of 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, based on program requirements.
Security Clearance SponsorshipThis position is open to qualified U.S. citizens who do not currently possess a security clearance. Leidos will sponsor selected candidates for a TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
Please note that the security clearance process is lengthy and
may take one year or longer to complete. Candidates must be willing to undergo the full clearance process and understand that
employment in this position cannot begin until the required clearance has been successfully obtained. Clearance approval and processing timelines are determined by the government and cannot be guaranteed.
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Original Posting:November 6, 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 $65,650.00 - $118,675.00
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