Leidos - Reston, VA

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Reston, VA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The National Security Sector at Leidos is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer / Developer to support a U.S. federal government intelligence agency. This role is pivotal in enhancing and conveying analytic thoughts and assessments through graphic design. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with analysts to understand their requirements and utilize their graphic design skills to create compelling visual narratives. The position is contingent upon contract award and requires an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph. In this role, you will leverage technology to design and develop a diverse array of intelligence products. This includes integrating graphics with text, audio, and video to produce interactive and multimedia high-visibility finished intelligence products. You will also be responsible for producing dynamic content that adheres to Intelligence Community (IC) published standards, which may include podcasts and audio segments. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior designers, providing them with technical guidance and support to enhance their skills and contributions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for geographic information systems and a talent for transforming complex information into engaging visual stories. This position is not only about creativity but also about applying analytical skills to ensure that the graphics produced are logical, concise, and effectively communicate complex issues. You will be expected to work independently, demonstrating a high level of initiative and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to produce timely and accurate graphics.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop a wide range of intelligence products using technology.
  • Integrate graphics with text, audio, and video for interactive and multimedia intelligence products.
  • Produce dynamic content in accordance with Intelligence Community (IC) published standards, including podcasts and audio segments.
  • Mentor junior designers by providing technical guidance and support.

Requirements

  • Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Minimum 12 years of experience in graphic design, with at least a portion of the experience within the last two years.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in professional graphics and design software including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and Flash), Apple Final Cut Pro X, and Map Publisher.
  • Knowledgeable of and able to apply IC and DoD classification guidelines and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently with no oversight.
  • Ability to evaluate and synthesize multiple sources of information logically.
  • Ability to produce timely, logical, and concise graphics.
  • Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills with a focus on clarity and organization.
  • Ability to research, evaluate, organize, and maintain information within security and data protocols.
  • Ability to recognize nuances and resolve contradictions in information.
  • Working knowledge of complex analytic methodologies to strengthen analytic arguments.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, d3.js, leaflet.js, Angular, or Typescript.
  • Experience in cartography and geographic information systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of the intelligence production cycle and related technologies.
  • Ability to define problems and lead studies to collect and analyze data.
  • Master's degree in graphic design or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree with additional senior experience.
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