Program Analyst

About the job

Leidos is looking for a high-performing candidate to provide Program Analyst expertise in support of the nation's nuclear deterrence mission with the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Office of Defense Programs (DP). Working with a highly collaborative team, the Program Action Officer supports the Federal Program Office with oversight of Production Modernization (NA-19), specifically the Depleted Uranium (NA-192.4) Program. Key support areas will include DOE/NNSA Coordination; Strategic Communications Support; Action Tracking; and Reporting Data.

Location: This position is based onsite at the NNSA offices in Washington, DC, with up to 25% telework eligibility.

Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinating with multiple stakeholders across diverse organizational cultures, priorities, and responsibilities, and participation in inter-organization or working group meetings
• Researching and preparing background information and/or talking points for meetings to include technical challenges and developments, government and stakeholder concerns or interests, and programmatic updates
• Acquiring and maintaining knowledge of programmatic and portfolio analysis tools and methodologies
• Communicating effectively about program status using strategic documents and visualizations, planning reports, white papers, programmatic documents, slides, and oral presentations
• Tracking and monitoring progress on ongoing projects and initiatives in a technical portfolio
• Managing internal and external program reviews and associated planning; coordinating program review logistics
• Complete annual, quarterly, and other periodic reporting requirements at program reviews and meetings
• Overseeing multiple projects in support of strategic materials production, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and managing interdependencies
• Identify potential risks and recommend handling actions
• Providing strategic communications in the form of talking points, assisting with preparation of intra/inter-agency briefing materials, and coordinating with cross-organizational programs as necessary.
• Preparing periodic reports on action status and keep leadership aware of late, pending, and new actions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Active DOE Q clearance or DoD Top Secret clearance
• Experience supporting program management, program coordination, technical project oversight, or related activities in a federal government or similarly complex organizational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple priorities, track deliverables, and support program execution across diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop briefings, reports, and presentations for leadership audiences.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DOE, NNSA, Department of Defense, or other national security programs.
• Familiarity with NNSA Defense Programs, nuclear security enterprise operations, production modernization, or strategic materials programs.
• Experience working with federal program offices, national laboratories, production facilities, or government contractors.
• Experience developing executive-level communications, program status reports, and decision-support materials.
• Familiarity with program management processes, risk tracking, milestone reporting, and portfolio analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical or programmatic information into concise, actionable recommendations for senior leadership.

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Original Posting:

October 21, 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

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.