Senior Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Senior Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Senior Contracts Manager - Leidos Intelligence Sector
Leidos, Inc. seeks an exceptional Senior Contracts Manager for our Cyber & Analytics Business Area in Columbia, MD. This role demands a self-starter who thrives independently and collaboratively in a high-stakes, dynamic environment. Manage a varied portfolio of government contracts, delivering cradle-to-grave administration for FFP, CPAF, CPFF, and T&M vehicles—from RFP analysis and proposal crafting to negotiations and execution.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead RFP reviews, develop compliant proposals including terms/conditions, and coordinate internal reviews.
- Negotiate contracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and represent Leidos in discussions.
- Administer task orders, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, company policies, and regulations.
- Collaborate onsite with program teams at least two days weekly in a fast-paced setting.
- Identify/mitigate risks, multitask effectively, and communicate across all organizational levels.
- Support large capture efforts for multi-year IC programs.
Basic Qualifications
- BA + 12 years or MA + 10 years relevant experience (general contract admin may substitute degree).
- Proven expertise in government contracting types: FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, LOE, IDIQ, GSA.
- Top Secret/SCI with polygraph clearance required.
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and presentation skills; proficient in Adobe, MS Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- IC acquisitions/regulations knowledge.
- Formal contracting certification/coursework.
- Experience negotiating complex issues on active contracts and supporting major captures.
Pay Range: $116,350 - $210,325. Leidos outpaces the status quo—join disruptors who refuse to fail. Original posting: December 16, 2025.
Locations
- Columbia, Maryland, United States
Salary
116,350 - 210,325 USD / yearly
116,350 - 210,325 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cradle-to-Grave Contract Administrationintermediate
- RFP Analysis and Proposal Developmentintermediate
- Contract Negotiationintermediate
- FAR/DFARS Complianceintermediate
- Risk Identification and Mitigationintermediate
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiencyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree + 12 years experience or Master's + 10 years (experience)
- Experience with FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, IDIQ, GSA contracts (experience)
- Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph (experience)
- Strong analytical and communication skills (experience)
- Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment (experience)
Responsibilities
- Oversee diverse portfolio of Cyber & Analytics contracts
- Provide cradle-to-grave support including RFP analysis and proposal development
- Lead contract negotiations and task order administration
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company policy, and laws
- Collaborate onsite with program teams 2+ days/week
- Identify and mitigate contract risks, negotiate teaming agreements and NDAs
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary $116K-$210K
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Employee stock purchase plan
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Senior Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Senior Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Senior Contracts Manager - Leidos Intelligence Sector
Leidos, Inc. seeks an exceptional Senior Contracts Manager for our Cyber & Analytics Business Area in Columbia, MD. This role demands a self-starter who thrives independently and collaboratively in a high-stakes, dynamic environment. Manage a varied portfolio of government contracts, delivering cradle-to-grave administration for FFP, CPAF, CPFF, and T&M vehicles—from RFP analysis and proposal crafting to negotiations and execution.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead RFP reviews, develop compliant proposals including terms/conditions, and coordinate internal reviews.
- Negotiate contracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and represent Leidos in discussions.
- Administer task orders, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, company policies, and regulations.
- Collaborate onsite with program teams at least two days weekly in a fast-paced setting.
- Identify/mitigate risks, multitask effectively, and communicate across all organizational levels.
- Support large capture efforts for multi-year IC programs.
Basic Qualifications
- BA + 12 years or MA + 10 years relevant experience (general contract admin may substitute degree).
- Proven expertise in government contracting types: FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, LOE, IDIQ, GSA.
- Top Secret/SCI with polygraph clearance required.
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and presentation skills; proficient in Adobe, MS Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- IC acquisitions/regulations knowledge.
- Formal contracting certification/coursework.
- Experience negotiating complex issues on active contracts and supporting major captures.
Pay Range: $116,350 - $210,325. Leidos outpaces the status quo—join disruptors who refuse to fail. Original posting: December 16, 2025.
Locations
- Columbia, Maryland, United States
Salary
116,350 - 210,325 USD / yearly
116,350 - 210,325 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cradle-to-Grave Contract Administrationintermediate
- RFP Analysis and Proposal Developmentintermediate
- Contract Negotiationintermediate
- FAR/DFARS Complianceintermediate
- Risk Identification and Mitigationintermediate
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiencyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree + 12 years experience or Master's + 10 years (experience)
- Experience with FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, IDIQ, GSA contracts (experience)
- Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph (experience)
- Strong analytical and communication skills (experience)
- Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment (experience)
Responsibilities
- Oversee diverse portfolio of Cyber & Analytics contracts
- Provide cradle-to-grave support including RFP analysis and proposal development
- Lead contract negotiations and task order administration
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company policy, and laws
- Collaborate onsite with program teams 2+ days/week
- Identify and mitigate contract risks, negotiate teaming agreements and NDAs
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary $116K-$210K
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Employee stock purchase plan
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