Description
Leidos is seeking a Cyber Public Affairs Officer in Ft Meade, MD. This position will support the DISA GSM-O II Task Number 07 (TN07) Department of Defense Defensive Cyber Command (DCDC). GSM-O II provides network operations and cyber defense support to the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) in support of the DoD and COCOMs. The selected candidate shall provide a stabilizing force to the high intensity, high tempo operations center. In depth technical knowledge, leadership, and analytic skills address senior command requirements, subordinate command information requirements, as well as supplements operations during a time of need.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct public affairs planning for significant military activities to ensure command messaging is included in all phases of operations.
Monitor and assess the public affairs implications of current operations, current events, media coverage, and significant changes to the information environment.
Develop and promulgate Public Affairs Guidance (PAG) and/or talking points in support of operations (current and future), plans, and policy, and/or in response to crisis, cyber events, or incidents.
Anticipate and advise the Communications Director and Public Affairs Officer on the possible public impact of command operations and activities within the public information realm.
Monitor and assess the public affairs implications of current events, media coverage, or significant changes in the information environment relevant to DCDC through news and intelligence reports, and through regular contact with the PAO.
Identify disinformation and misinformation that require response and develop accurate information to counter/correct misinformation/disinformation to be disseminated by the PAO.
Support the planning, facilitating, and attendance of working groups, symposiums, and conferences to include set-up and on-site booth manning in order to facilitate discussions that produce measurable actions and results.
Maintain proper security of all planning efforts and documentation in accordance with the Command's Knowledge Management (KM) practices; ensuring KM portals are updated and configured to reflect Command's priorities.
Review and support documentation, cyber-related strategy, instructions, policy and doctrine received from higher headquarters.
Provide weekly updates to strategic engagement calendar and talking points.
Provide support for security cooperation activities coordinated through Combatant Commands.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline and 8 - 12 years of prior relevant experience or Master's degree with 6 - 10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Currently possess an active DoD TS/SCI clearance and eligible for C/I Polygraph.
Experience at Joint Command and/or Operations Center.
In-depth understanding of military orders and the military decision-making process.
Proficient in Windows Desktop 7/ 8/ 8.1/ 10
Ability to work in a team chat software environment such as Microsoft Teams
Knowledge of and a proficiency in using Computer and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to speak clearly and effectively with customers and technical personnel in high-stress situations
Preferred Qualifications
ITIL V3
Experience briefing Senior Leaders
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Original Posting:
June 12, 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
REQNUMBER: R-00185361
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
