Government Affairs Director - National Security

at  Leidos

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Congressional experience is a must.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field
• 15+ years of relevant experience, of which the majority should directly involve Capitol Hill/legislative experience.
• Experience with defense and intelligence issues as related to U.S. federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and the State Department.
• Command of legislative processes, especially the federal budget and appropriations processes.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with elected officials and industry partners.
• Strong social and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish relationships with elected officials, trade associations and think tanks, and industry partners.
• Strong written and oral communication, research, and leadership skills.
• Highly proactive, entrepreneurial, and able to develop successful solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively, and engage comfortably with senior executives; highly skilled in the use of persuasion and influence.
• Organized, self-motivated, and accountable; ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively at all levels, and to engage comfortably with senior executives.
• MS Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Strong preference for security clearance(s).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build strong, effective, credible, and trusted relationships with key Congressional Members and staff, industry coalitions, and allied organizations
• Support a range of issues in the government services and solutions sector with an emphasis in defense and intelligence solutions for U.S. federal agencies
• Uphold a reputation as a trusted, credible source of information among congressional members and staff and other key stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with Leidos lines of business to develop and execute a congressional plan that supports and achieves priority business goals and strategic objectives
• Provide in-depth legislative and budget analysis
• Develop strategies and tactics to guide and defend Leidos programs and initiatives through the congressional budget process
• Participate as requested in strategy reviews and other business rhythms
• Interface with senior Leidos executives and leaders; develop and maintain internal partnerships; and provide proactive legislative insight and support
• Monitor annual appropriations and authorization legislation, attend hearings, and participate in activities that impact Leidos’ programs and policies. Draft position papers, legislative summaries, and correspondence