### Company Overview & Leadership
The enterprise operates as a global *Fortune* 500 company [1], founded in 1969 by Dr. J. Robert Beyster [1]. Employing 47,000 forward-thinking individuals [2], the organization is dedicated to making the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science [2]. Functioning as an innovation company focused on addressing the world’s most vexing challenges [3], it is recognized as a leading systems integrator in science, technology, and engineering, relying heavily on the strength of its partners to transform customer missions [4]. The organization maintains a strong focus on corporate governance, which it deems critical to achieving its mission and long-term stockholder value [5].
The executive team leads the organization across five primary sectors and key corporate functions:
* Tom Bell serves as Chief Executive Officer [6]. * Liz Porter is the President of the Health & Civil Sector [7]. * Steve Hull holds the position of President, Digital Modernization Sector [8]. * Vicki Schmanske directs the Commercial & International Sector as President [9]. * Roy Stevens is the President of the National Security Sector [10]. * Cindy Gruensfelder leads the Defense Systems Sector as President [11]. * Chris Cage holds the position of Chief Financial Officer [12]. * Jim Carlini directs technology strategy as Chief Technology Officer [13]. * Dan Antal serves as General Counsel [14]. * Jason Albanese is the Chief Growth Officer [15]. * Leslie Fautsch manages personnel as Chief Human Resources Officer [16]. * Tom Downey is the Chief Communications & Marketing Officer [17].
The company’s technical core capabilities define areas where technical excellence is critical for business operations and daily work [3]. The organization maintains high standards of integrity and ethical behavior, supported by robust policies, procedures, training, and communications [18]. The workforce is engaged in research and development across all markets to unlock potential scientific discoveries and improvements in technology [22], with 25% of employees holding advanced degrees [22]. The company delivers purpose-built solutions for customers' missions and IT business goals, standardizing cybersecurity, efficient project delivery, and end-user satisfaction [21]. Key areas of focus include:
* Primary Industry Sectors: Aviation, Defense, Energy & Industry, Government, Health, Homeland, Intelligence, Science, and Space [19]. * Technical Core Capabilities: AI, Cybersecurity, DigMod, Integrated Systems, Mission Operations, Mission Software Systems, and Rapid Prototyping & Manufacturing [3]. * Specialized Services: Intel & Linguistic Services, CBRN Defense, Human Capital Services, Complex Logistics with Solutions, Ports & Borders, and Critical Infrastructure [20]. * Core Values: Integrity, inclusion, innovation, agility, collaboration, and commitment [23]. * Sustainability: The organization recently posted its 15th annual sustainability report, detailing its journey toward reducing emissions and increasing renewable energy [24].
### Federal Market & Contracts
Leidos operates as a Fortune 500® leader providing information technology, engineering, and science solutions across the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets [1]. The company holds extensive government-wide acquisition, indefinite delivery and quantity (IDIQ), and blanket purchase agreement (BPA) contract vehicles supporting both civilian and defense agency missions [2][2]. Recent major contract achievements include securing a $987 million award for F-16 Foreign Military Sales sustainment [3] and a $390 million signals intelligence contract from the National Security Agency (NSA) [4].
To expedite the time from requirement to solution, Leidos maintains GSA Schedules and Agency Specific IDIQS [5] and provides dedicated program support via its Enterprise IDIQ Program Management Office:
* Leidos brings proven experience, earned over four decades, to all ITES-3S scope areas, including Cybersecurity, IT, Enterprise Design, Integration, and Consolidation, and IT Supply Chain Management [7]. * Contracting flexibility allows access to all contract types, including cost reimbursable, firm fixed price, and time & materials [8].
The company actively supports critical federal missions through notable programs:
* The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) awarded Leidos a $107 million geospatial intelligence production contract [9]. * Leidos received three awards from the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to launch the next phase of IT transformation and end-user migrations to modernized DoDNet [10]. * The company won an $8.8 million contract specifically for developing protection for mobile communications [11]. * Leidos supports the modernization of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) information technology to meet growing public health needs [12]. * The company serves as a first responder and receiver for FEMA, providing services such as Biometrics, Inspection Scanning, and Airport Checkpoint Equipment Deployment in the homeland security market [13].
Leidos utilizes an "Open Business Model" approach to teaming, matching task order-specific requirements to the best qualified large and small companies [14] and maintaining a track record of exceeding its small business goals on contracts [16]. In compliance with the SBA final rule (87 FR 43731) published July 22, 2022, Leidos simplified the process for first-tier small business suppliers to request past performance evaluations for work completed within the past three years [17].
### Certifications & Socioeconomic
Leidos maintains deep expertise by demonstrating commitment to leading technologies through annual technology certification examinations [1]. The company operates as a Microsoft Gold Partner, delivering industry-leading public and GovCloud service offerings and functioning as an approved provider of secure community cloud services to federal, state, and local agencies [2]. Leidos was also recognized as the Cisco Federal Breakaway Partner of the Year [4]. Furthermore, Leidos requires its suppliers to adhere to the Supplier Code of Conduct, upholding the value of integrity and high ethical standards in all business dealings [3]. This commitment is demonstrated through extensive security and compliance certifications:
* AWS Certifications: AWS Managed Service Provider, AWS GovCloud (US) Delivery Partner, Authorized Commercial Reseller, and Authorized Government Reseller [5]. * AWS Government Competency: Maintained across the National Security & Defense, Citizen Services, and Public Healthcare industries, and recognized as an AWS Public Sector Partner [6]. * Microsoft Gold Partner Certifications: Windows and Devices, DevOps, Datacenter, Data Platform, Data Analytics, Cloud Platform, Application Integration, and Application Development, alongside a Silver Small and Midmarket Cloud Solutions certification [7]. * Cisco Specializations: Advanced Collaboration Architecture, Advanced Data Center Architecture, Advanced Enterprise Networks Architecture, Advanced SP Architecture, Advanced Security Architecture, US Federal Authorization, and Global Systems Integrator Agreement [8].
Leidos is committed to fostering strong socioeconomic partnerships, collaborating with all small business socioeconomic categories, including small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and historically underutilized business zone (HUBZone) companies [9]. In compliance with the SBA final rule (87 FR 43731, published July 22, 2022), Leidos simplifies the process for first-tier small business suppliers and subcontractors to request past performance evaluations for work completed on a Leidos prime contract within the past three years [12].
* The company partners with historically black colleges and universities and minority institutions [10]. * Leidos offers a database allowing small businesses the opportunity to submit or update their company's capabilities and past performance information directly to line organizations [11]. * Leidos' Global Headquarters holds a LEED® Gold Certificate [13]. * The company expects suppliers to comply with all local environmental, health, and safety regulations and encourages them to use energy-efficient, environmentally friendly technologies to reduce waste and emissions throughout the supply chain [14].
### Recent News & Recognition
Leidos continues to expand its strategic focus on advanced technology and key personnel appointments. The company unveiled the newest unmanned undersea vessel,