Job Requirements
Colorado Springs, CO
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$131,300 - $237,350
Job Description
R-00180563
Description
Deputy Program Manager
Location: Colorado Springs, CO (On-site)
Make a Meaningful Impact with Leidos
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented teams. We empower our people, strengthen our communities, and operate with integrity and sustainability. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, we are committed to doing what’s right—for our customers, our employees, and the world around us.
Your greatest work is ahead.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Program Manager to help lead the execution of a broad range of contractor services in support on the NISSC III contract. This is an important National Security mission for defense of the United States. The primary location for this effort is in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience to help the U.S. Space Force to meet their mission requirements.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting: April 10, 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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Description
Deputy Program Manager
Location: Colorado Springs, CO (On-site)
Make a Meaningful Impact with Leidos
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented teams. We empower our people, strengthen our communities, and operate with integrity and sustainability. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, we are committed to doing what’s right—for our customers, our employees, and the world around us.
Your greatest work is ahead.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Program Manager to help lead the execution of a broad range of contractor services in support on the NISSC III contract. This is an important National Security mission for defense of the United States. The primary location for this effort is in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience to help the U.S. Space Force to meet their mission requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Program Manager in serving as an interface between the Contractor and the Government Program Manager (GPM), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and other key stakeholders. Ensure seamless communication and alignment across all parties involved.
- Support and oversee major aspects of Task Order execution, including project planning, administration, quality assurance, and performance management, to meet cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
- Provide strategic direction, supervision, and leadership to ensure successful contract execution while maintaining high standards of professionalism, ethical conduct, and customer satisfaction.
- Help manage day-to-day program operations to ensure effective resource utilization, timely delivery of project milestones, and resolution of any production-related issues. This includes oversight of systems, tools, equipment, software, and facilities.
- Monitor and track all assigned tasks ensuring they are properly logged, assigned, and completed on time. Maintain accurate records in designated databases or systems and ensure customers receive the expected deliverables.
- Help maintain the overall quality, efficiency, and compliance of both technical and business processes associated with the contract, identifying and mitigating risks as necessary.
- Supervise all Program Office activities and make recommendations to the Program Manager to increase efficiency and productivity across the contract.
- Supervise the hiring and maintenance of the workforce across the contract and make personnel recommendations to the Program Manager.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience; Additional experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement.
- US Citizen; Currently possessing an Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI upon hire.
- 5+ years of project management experience leading large-scale intelligence, IT, C2 or software related support programs or organizations.
- PMP certification (PMI) or equivalent DAU certification, or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire
- Demonstrated leadership in operations or mission support.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Microsoft Suite and SharePoint and other Document Management, Engineering and Collaboration Tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in related field with 6+ years of experience
- Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate and advocate discipline-related knowledge, services, and programs
- Recent experience and in-depth knowledge of NISSC II operations and leadership
- PMP or equivalent DAU certification
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting: April 10, 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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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