Job Description

Leidos is seeking an experienced Attorney to join its Corporate Legal Department as Assistant General Counsel supporting the Health and Civil Sector from the company’s Reston, Virginia headquarters.

In this role, you will provide legal support to a dynamic and growing business, with a focus on government and commercial contracting matters, litigation, claims, disputes, and investigations The position will report to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel for the Health and Services Sector and will work closely with colleagues across the Legal, Contracts, Ethics and Compliance, Procurement, Internal Audit, and Finance functions, as well as business leaders and program personnel across the sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Attorney who wants to support a growth-oriented business in a complex and mission-driven industry while working within a large, well-established legal department.

Our Legal Department has been recognized by The National Law Journal as a Washington D.C. Legal Department of the Year for Major Deals/Litigation. The department has also been recognized by the Association of Corporate Counsel National Capital Region as Outstanding Law Department of the Year and as a recipient of its Community Service Award.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide legal guidance on all aspects of government and commercial contract formation, interpretation, administration, and performance.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a broad range of agreements with Leidos Health and Services Sector customers, partners, suppliers, and vendors, including master service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, subcontract agreements, software license agreements, and business associate agreements.
• Oversee and manage claims, disputes and litigation matters, including developing strategy, coordinating with internal stakeholders, and overseeing outside counsel as necessary.
• Conduct, manage, or support internal and external legal investigations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and internal business clients on a wide range of legal counseling matters.
• Anticipate legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented advice to sector leadership and business management.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, including experience in-house, at a leading law firm, in government service, or a combination thereof.
• Strong background in government contracting, including contract formation, performance, claims, disputes, litigation, and investigations.
• Experience with commercial contracting, including drafting and negotiating agreements and supporting related disputes, claims, litigation, or investigations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Sound business judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to provide practical, risk-based legal advice.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with legal colleagues, business leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to develop practical, comprehensive solutions to complex legal and business issues.
• US citizenship is required and able to obtain security clearance as needed.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience at a government contractor or in a government contracts practice group is preferred; experience with healthcare-related contracts is also a plus.
• Member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar or eligible for admission as Virginia Corporate Counsel.

Key Attributes for Success in this Role:

• Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and communicate effectively with senior management and other key stakeholders.
• Strong legal and analytical skills, with a practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving.
• Excellent judgment, initiative, and ability to identify and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to manage a high volume of matters, balance competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, integrity, and collegiality.
• Flexibility and willingness to support a broad range of legal matters.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Highly responsive, organized, and attentive to detail.

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Original Posting:

May 19, 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:

Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

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.