Leidos Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Reston, Virginia, is a leading provider of information technology services, specializing in national security, defense, healthcare, and engineering. Founded in 1969 by J. Robert "Bob" Beyster, the company offers a wide range of services including transportation security, life sciences, critical infrastructure, smart grid systems integration, utility planning, and commercial cyber services. Leidos serves both government and commercial markets globally.
Leidos has achieved significant milestones, including being a component of the S&P 500 and securing major contracts such as a cybersecurity and IT support contract with the U.S. Air Force. The company is known for its innovative solutions in AI and enterprise test vehicles. As one of the foremost systems integrators in science, technology, and engineering, Leidos continues to transform and enable the missions of its diverse clientele.
