Job #: R-00164624
Location: McLean, Virginia
Category: Intel
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
External Referral Program: Ineligible
Sector: National Security
Description
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Production Officer in our National Security Sector’s (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). 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 National Security!
The Production Officer will be responsible for professionally editing analytical products that support key US national security and foreign policy objectives on CT issues. The Publications Officer will be expected to work in a team environment. The Production Officer will need to support one of the following shifts: Monday to Friday: 2:00pm to 10:00pm (5 days a week 8-hour shifts) or Between Monday to Friday (4 days a week 10-hour shifts) 12:00pm to 10:00pm. 15% premium shift differential may apply to certain hours.

The Production Officer will be required to perform the following Responsibilities:

• Review and edit products to align with Style Guide standards Review and edit graphics, including interactive media, assist in the development of visual aids, and ensure proper formatting.
• Verify proper sourcing of products and graphics.
• Finalize publications.
• Provide archiving support.
• Track production, document and ensure workflow through the production process.
• Work within production schedules and coordinate with all parties involved. Produce, deliver, and archive finished intelligence publications.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Strong editorial experience.
• Experience with editing Finished Intelligence Products or Intelligence Assessments (products that are viewable for the greater IC or DoD) that range from 1-5 pages.
• Must have previous experience editing and sourcing Finished Intelligence products in support of an IC customer, with a proven track record of collaborating with analysts and managers.
• Relevant exposure to US foreign policy, national security CT objectives, and the interagency coordination process.
• Knowledge of national security classification procedures is mandatory.
• Knowledge of publishing principles and basics of publication design.
• Knowledge of production methodology for publishing products in hardcopy or electronic formats.
• Experience adhering to a publication style guide.
• Experience w/ Microsoft Word (specifically, Track Changes).
• BA degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be exchanged for degree requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with Adobe InDesign is desired.
  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.
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• Review and edit products to align with Style Guide standards Review and edit graphics, including interactive media, assist in the development of visual aids, and ensure proper formatting.
• Verify proper sourcing of products and graphics.
• Finalize publications.
• Provide archiving support.
• Track production, document and ensure workflow through the production process.
• Work within production schedules and coordinate with all parties involved. Produce, deliver, and archive finished intelligence publications