Intelligence Analyst -SME

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Intelligence Analyst
-SME in our Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area (ASBA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos
, we offer competitive benefits
, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.
Join us and make a difference in Analysis Solutions Business Area!

Leidos is seeking an experienced Intelligence Analyst for our client's requirements on a mission focused program within a challenging, dynamic setting located in Bethesda, Maryland. Successful candidates in this position will collaborate across the Intelligence Community (IC) and directly contribute to processes that advance national security objectives.

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on complex, multi-dimensional issues affecting China and the Southeast Asia region, providing expert analysis and policy-relevant assessments to senior IC and U.S. Government leaders.
• Advise on regional intelligence integration, foreign policy implications, and interagency coordination efforts.
• Provide subject matter expertise in counterintelligence (CI) operations and/or analysis, including the assessment of foreign intelligence threats and opportunities.
• Collaborate and integrate relevant stakeholders across the U.S. Government to enhance operations, initiatives, and intelligence-sharing frameworks.
• Maintain situational awareness of emerging regional developments, providing timely responses to requests from policymakers and senior officials.
• Prepare and coordinate high-level written materials for senior decision-makers, including Executive Point Papers (EPPs), Congressional Directive Actions (CDAs), and Talking Points (TPs).

• TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 12-15 years of relevant intelligence, policy, or regional experience, or Master's with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience.
• Proven record of advising senior leadership on sensitive intelligence and policy matters.
• Experience in counterintelligence operations or analysis is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with ability to convey complex issues effectively in both written and oral formats.
• Demonstrated experience navigating interagency processes and supporting policy deliberations at senior levels of government.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you - apply today

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting:
January 8, 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 $ - $

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.

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

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