Leidos, Inc., formerly known as Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), is an American multinational company that provides scientific, engineering, and technical services, as well as information technology (IT) solutions for a variety of industries, including defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company was founded by Dr. J. Robert Beyster in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, United States.
Leidos operates in four primary business segments:
- Defense: Leidos offers a wide range of services and solutions to support the defense sector, including command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems, cybersecurity, logistics, and systems engineering. The company works closely with the U.S. Department of Defense and other defense agencies to develop and maintain mission-critical systems and infrastructure.
- Intelligence: In the intelligence domain, Leidos provides services such as intelligence analysis, intelligence operations support, advanced analytics, and secure information sharing. The company works with the U.S. intelligence community, including agencies like the National Security Agency (NSA), the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), to help protect national security interests.
- Civil: Leidos offers a variety of services to support civil government agencies, such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The company's civil segment focuses on areas like transportation, energy, environment, and infrastructure modernization.
- Health: Leidos provides healthcare IT solutions, data analytics, and clinical research services to support healthcare organizations, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The company helps improve patient care and healthcare operations through advanced technology and analytics.
Leidos has a global presence, with operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. The company employs over 40,000 professionals and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "LDOS." Throughout its history, Leidos has been involved in numerous high-profile projects and has been recognized for its innovative solutions, commitment to quality, and focus on customer satisfaction.
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