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FUSION Program Manager
leidos· 00100 LEIDOS, INC.
About this role
Program Manager – FUSION Program (TS/SCI)
National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC) – Charlottesville, VA Full‑Time, On‑Site | Contingent Upon Award**
Leidos is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the FUSION program in support of the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC) Forces Directorate. This senior leader will serve as the primary contractor representative to Government leadership and oversee all aspects of cost, schedule, performance, staffing, quality, security, and mission execution across a complex, multidisciplinary intelligence enterprise. The Program Manager will also drive responsible integration of secure artificial intelligence, including generative AI and advanced analytics, into program operations and intelligence‑support workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Lead overall execution of the FUSION task order, ensuring mission success across CONUS and OCONUS support areas.
Serve as the primary liaison to NGIC leadership, maintaining trusted communication and responsive engagement.
Manage cost, schedule, performance, staffing, quality, security, and deliverables in accordance with contract requirements.
Direct a geographically dispersed workforce, ensuring continuity of operations, staffing backfill, onboarding, and transition activities.
Guide responsible adoption of AI‑enabled tools, ensuring compliance with security, classification, privacy, and analytic tradecraft standards.
Oversee PMO operations, supervise contractor personnel, and maintain formal risk management and lessons‑learned programs.
Coordinate closely with the KO, COR, Government PM, branch chiefs, and mission leads.
Remain available during NGIC core hours and respond rapidly during mission‑critical events.
Basic Qualifications
Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at time of hire.
Full‑time, on‑site availability at NGIC (Charlottesville, VA) beginning Day 1.
Ability to meet all security, intelligence oversight, and training requirements.
Master’s degree in business, program management, intelligence, national security, or related field.
20+ years of progressively responsible experience supporting DoD, IC, or national security missions.
8+ years leading large, complex programs, contracts, or intelligence operations.
Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, cost, schedule, performance, staffing, risk, and quality.
Experience leading transition‑in/out, staffing, and continuity for large cleared workforces.
Working knowledge or training in AI‑enabled analytics, generative AI, or digital modernization in classified environments.
Current PMP certification.
Preferred Qualifications
IFPC or other recognized IC professional certification.
Experience supporting NGIC, INSCOM, DIA, Army G‑2, or other Defense Intelligence Enterprise organizations.
Experience managing SIA 3 or comparable intelligence‑analysis task orders.
Background integrating GMI, I2, S&TI, GEOINT, SIGINT, OSINT, data science, or wargaming into mission operations.
Experience overseeing OCONUS deployments or rotations.
Experience implementing secure generative AI, machine learning, or human‑machine teaming capabilities.
Additional Information
This position is contingent upon contract award and requires full‑time, on‑site support at NGIC. Off‑site work is permitted only with Government approval.
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Original Posting:
August 26, 2026For 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 - $278,475.00The 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the FUSION Program Manager role at leidos?
The listed salary for this FUSION Program Manager position at leidos is USD 154K–278K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the FUSION Program Manager position at leidos located?
This FUSION Program Manager role at leidos is based in Charlottesville, VA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the FUSION Program Manager role at leidos full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a FUSION Program Manager role in the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos.
Which team or department does the FUSION Program Manager at leidos belong to?
This FUSION Program Manager position is part of the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the FUSION Program Manager position at leidos?
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When was the FUSION Program Manager job at leidos posted?
This FUSION Program Manager position at leidos was posted on Aug 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
FUSION Program Manager
leidos · 💰 USD 154K–278K
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