Head of HR (Remote)

Leidos is seeking an energetic, strategic, and highly organized Staffing Manager to lead talent deployment for a critical Intelligence Community (IC) program. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex staffing challenges, and brings a strong understanding of cleared talent, government contracting, and the unique demands of supporting the Intelligence Community.

Partner closely with program leadership, recruiting, contracts, HR, security, and delivery teams to anticipate workforce needs and close staffing gaps.

Develop and maintain staffing plans, forecasts, hiring priorities, and workforce pipelines.

Monitor staffing metrics, identify trends and risks, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.

Build strong relationships with cleared professionals and maintain an engaged talent pipeline.

Ensure staffing activities align with contractual requirements, organizational policies, security requirements, and customer expectations.

Continuously improve staffing processes, tools, reporting, and workforce planning practices

This position is telework friendly, but the candidate must be local to Gaithersburg, MD.

Note : Will be required to obtain a Top-Secret clearance and be successfully adjudicated for SCI and pass a Polygraph examination.

Ensure that recruitment efforts align with program needs and timelines.

Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition : Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition (TA) team to identify, screen, and present qualified candidates for open positions. Maintain a pipeline of potential candidates to meet program requirements.

Staffing Needs Analysis : Regularly assess current program staffing levels, track resource utilization, and analyze skill gaps to inform recruitment efforts. Facilitate the onboarding process for new engineering staff, ensuring that all personnel are properly integrated into the program, meet customer security clearance requirements, and have the necessary training and resources to succeed in their roles.

Track staffing progress and generate reports on staffing levels, hiring status, and employee retention. Ensure staffing data is accurate, up-to-date, and in compliance with customer and Leidos’ reporting standards.

Ensure that all staffing-related activities adhere to customer security protocols, staffing policies, and legal requirements. Maintain accurate and confidential records of staffing decisions, employee clearances, and training certifications.

Process Improvement : Work with TA and other stakeholders to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and ensure seamless hiring and onboarding experience.

US citizenship is required per contract.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering Management, or 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience, or 8-12+ years of prior relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of experience in staffing management, talent acquisition, or resource management, preferably in the defense or geospatial intelligence sectors.
• Experience in managing staffing for complex, large-scale projects or government programs.
• Knowledge of the types of engineering roles and skills needed with geospatial intelligence industry.
• Proficiency with staffing software, and project management tools.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in tracking staffing activities and processing sensitive data.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality in accordance with customer security requirements.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Experience working on a large, multi-disciplinary program, especially with the defense, intelligence, or government sectors.

Experience in managing staffing for classified projects with complex security and compliance requirements.

Familiarity with customer security clearance processes and the unique demands of staffing within government contracting environments.

Flexible, adaptable, and able to work under pressure with competing priorities.

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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. 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. Securing Your Data

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