Description

As a Senior Technical Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN). Acting as a Systems Engineering and Technical Advisor (SETA), you will provide crucial analysis and strategic input to address capability gaps in DODIN Operations and Defensive Cyber Operations-Internal Defensive Measures (DCO-IDM). The ideal candidate will leverage their deep technical expertise to analyze joint needs, recommend solutions, and guide the development of secure, resilient, and effective defense capabilities.

Primary Responsibilities

Analyze DODIN Operations and DCO-IDM capability gaps and recommend Doctrine, Organizational, Training, Materiel, Personnel, Leadership, Facilities, and Policy (DOTMPLF-P) solutions.
Support gap analysis by comparing and documenting shortfalls in proposed cyber capabilities and assessing alignment with DoD and DISA policy.
Develop written documentation addressing operational risk, cost, and technical variances, with recommended courses of action.
Review and provide expert commentary on technical materials, including policy, plans, procedures, and reports related to DODIN Ops and DCO.
Independently develop program plans, governance documents, white papers, Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), and other engineering and system documentation.
Assist in validating and prioritizing resources, operational needs, and cost estimates (IGCE/ROM).
Brief and represent our interests in higher, adjacent, and supporting capability requirement boards and technical engagements across the agency.
Facilitate coordination and lead the development and review of enterprise architectures.
Analyze capability risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage system interrelationships within an Operational Research and System Analyst (ORSA) framework.
Assist in maintaining a comprehensive matrix of DODIN Ops and DCO capabilities, including sponsors and CONOPs.

Basic Qualifications

Active TS/SCI Security Clearance required.
Bachelor's Degree in relevant technical discipline (Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field. A degree in Business Administration may also be considered if paired with strong technical experience) and 17 years overall related experience or master’s degree with 15 years of prior relevant experience.
Proven experience in a Systems Engineering and Technical Advisor (SETA) capacity within the DoD.
In-depth knowledge of DODIN Operations, Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO), and the DOTMPLF-P framework.
Demonstrated ability to develop high-quality technical documentation, including white papers, CONOPs, and system plans with minimal supervision.
Strong experience in analyzing operational and technical risks and developing effective mitigation plans.
Expertise in enterprise architecture design and development.
Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to brief senior leadership (SES/Executive level).
Experience with resource validation, cost estimation (IGCE/ROM), and technical specification review.

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Original Posting:

March 9, 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 $154,050.00 - $278,475.00

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.

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