General program information and/or position overview.
Leidos is seeking a passionate and results-driven Product Owner to lead and manage a portfolio of technology-enabled continuous improvement initiatives in support of our internal operations and Department of Defense (DoD) customers. This role will focus on delivering impactful process improvements through the application of Splunk capabilities and insights, automation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) technologies.
As a key member of our team, you will manage product development workflows in ADO and help operationalize solutions that drive measurable value. Your work will align with Scaled Agile and Scrum methodologies to ensure disciplined, data-driven progress across initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
Core Product Ownership:
- Manage and prioritize the product backlog using Jira and/or Azure DevOps to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and strategic objectives
- Write clear, actionable user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria that enable development teams to deliver value incrementally
- Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap that supports the transition from reactive to proactive network management
- Stakeholder Collaboration and Requirements Management:
- Partner with solution architects, software developers, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements
- Facilitate requirements gathering sessions with internal operations teams and Department of Defense (DoD) customers
- Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and development teams, ensuring clear communication of priorities and expectations
- Conduct regular stakeholder reviews and demos to gather feedback and validate solution direction
- Manage competing priorities and make data-driven decisions on feature prioritization
- Agile Framework Participation:
- Actively participate as a key member of the Agile Release Train (ART) and contribute to Program Increment (PI) planning activities
- Support Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) ceremonies including PI planning, system demos, and inspect and adapt workshops
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Collaborate with other Product Owners and stakeholders during cross-team dependency planning and resolution
- Technology Solutions and Process Improvement:
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on Splunk capabilities, including dashboard development, alerting optimization, and data analytics enhancement
- Support the implementation and optimization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) solutions for operational improvements
- Identify automation opportunities that reduce manual processes and improve operational efficiency
- Champion the adoption of proactive monitoring and predictive analytics solutions
- Ensure successful delivery of technology solutions that drive measurable business value and operational improvements
- Security and Compliance:
- Ensure all product decisions and implementations comply with DoD security requirements and organizational policies
- Maintain active Secret security clearance and handle classified information in accordance with established protocols
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, Information Systems).
- 8+ years of combined experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role with Agile teams.
- Experience managing work in Azure DevOps or Jira and familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate processes and identify areas for improvement.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance, is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent Agile certification.
- Experience working in or supporting government or defense sector clients.
- Green Belt or Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma.
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If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:September 18, 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Business, or Information Systems
- 8 or more years of combined experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role with Agile teams
- Experience managing work in Azure DevOps or Jira
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including Scrum or Kanban
- Strong analytical skills and ability to evaluate processes and identify improvement opportunities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance
- Certified Scrum Product Owner certification or equivalent Agile certification
- Experience supporting government or defense-sector clients
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
