The Senior Insurance Risk Manager will be responsible for managing and supporting all aspects of the Company’s complex insurance programs that mitigate significant financial risks, including professional liability/technology errors & omissions, cyber, aviation, medical professional, international, marine, joint venture, property, general liability, workers compensation, defense base act, crime and contract specific policies.
The position will also be required to clearly articulate corporate insurance and risk management philosophy to the company’s senior management, legal and the organization’s business development and contract teams; identify and implement process efficiencies; develop and present training materials; and assist with contract and subcontract negotiations involving insurance requirements and related indemnification obligations.
Position will develop plans to successfully integrate acquired companies into corporate insurance programs or manage stand-alone subsidiary programs.
Primary Responsibilities:
Position will serve as the SME in multiple complex and challenging insurance programs with a primary focus on US and International Casualty including Workers Compensation, General Liability, Auto Liability Employers Liability, DBA (Defense Base Act) and foreign liability programs. The renewal process includes data gathering and consolidation, policy and payroll audits, invoice review and payment, premium allocations and negotiation of final premiums, terms and conditions. The effective management of claims, highly focused on workers comp, general liability, auto liability and medical professional liability is required. SME in contract and subcontract review and negotiation is essential to protecting the organization through contractual risk transfer.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance or related field
12+ years’ experience working in a corporate risk management department, as an insurance broker, commercial underwriter or related insurance industry experience is required.
Subject matter expertise and demonstrated ability to manage complex insurance programs and effectively communicate with brokers, underwriters, line organizational leadership, and senior management personnel.
Proficiency with MS Office, IT systems, and risk management information systems
Leadership capabilities, strong business acumen, advanced organizational and analytical skills, and attention to detail while retaining a holistic focus, a must.
Preferred Qualifications:
Industry designation such as ARM, CPCU, RIMS-CRMP or MBA in Finance or Risk Management
Experience placing or servicing large multinational corporations with complex programs, both with major domestic insurance markets and with London, Bermuda and other international markets.
Experience working for a large, multinational government contractor and working knowledge of U.S. Government FAR clauses a plus.
Experience working with AI supported technology to drive efficiency in Risk Management, Insurance Broker or Insurance Carrier processes as plus.
Local to Reston, VA Headquarters
Travel:
5%
Potential for Telework:
This position will be hybrid with potential for quarterly business travel to HQ and other locations as required. Candidates will be considered for remote work with the right skill set and experience.
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Original Posting:February 6, 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.
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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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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.
