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Reporting to the Director, Compensation, this role partners closely with HR and Total Rewards Partners, Talent Acquisition, HR Systems, Finance, and business leaders to manage core compensation operations, annual pay planning processes, job architecture activities, and compensation analytics.\nThis position requires strong operational expertise, analytical capability, and hands-on experience with Workday compensation processes in a large, complex enterprise environment. The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic thinking and operational execution, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality client support and scalable compensation solutions.\nResponsibilities\nCompensation Program Administration\nAdminister and support enterprise-wide compensation programs, including annual merit and bonus cycles, promotions, market adjustments, and off-cycle compensation actions \nPartner with HR and Total Rewards Partners and business leaders to provide guidance on compensation decisions, pay positioning, and internal equity considerations \nSupport the development, implementation, and administration of salary structures, incentive programs, and compensation policies \nEnsure compensation programs are executed accurately, consistently, and in compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements \nParticipate in compensation planning activities related to organizational changes, workforce planning, and talent 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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.\nOriginal Posting:\nOctober 28, 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.\nPay Range:\nPay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. 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