Leidos to launch next phase of DODNet transformation through accelerated migration of defense agencies

Rhea-AI Summary

Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) is accelerating migration of eight additional Defense agencies to DODNet, moving more than 100,000 users over the next 18 months. This phase advances the $11.5 billion, 10-year Defense Enclave Services program and builds on five agency transitions completed earlier.

Leidos has operated DODNet since February 2022, consolidating 26 networks and 12 help desks into a single environment as part of its NorthStar 2030 digital modernization strategy.

Positive

• 100,000+ users slated for migration within 18 months
• $11.5 billion contract value over a 10-year Defense Enclave Services program
• Consolidated 26 networks and 12 help desks since February 2022

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• None.

News Market Reaction – LDOS

-0.90%

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-0.90% News Effect

On the day this news was published, LDOS declined 0.90%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Additional agencies: 8 agencies Prior migrations: 5 agencies Migration timeline: 18 months +5 more

8 metrics

Additional agencies 8 agencies Next phase of DODNet migration

Prior migrations 5 agencies Already transitioned to DODNet this year

Migration timeline 18 months Expected period to transition over 100,000 users

Users to transition 100,000+ users Across multiple Defense Agencies moving to DODNet

Program value $11.5 billion Total value of 10-year Defense Enclave Services program

Program duration 10 years Defense Enclave Services contract term

Consolidated networks 26 networks Previously consolidated into DODNet environment

Consolidated help desks 12 help desks Merged into a single optimized environment

Market Reality Check

Price: $156.17 Vol: Volume 1,521,797 is 1.75x...

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$156.17 Last Close

Volume Volume 1,521,797 is 1.75x the 20-day average of 871,897, indicating elevated trading interest ahead of this news. high

Technical Shares at $173 are trading below the 200-day MA of $176.34 and about 15.93% under the 52-week high of $205.77.

Peers on Argus

LDOS fell 11.15%, a larger decline than peers like GIB (-6.91%), CDW (-5.87%), C...

LDOS fell 11.15%, a larger decline than peers like GIB (-6.91%), CDW (-5.87%), CTSH (-4.77%), WIT (-3.63%) and BR (-2.23%). Sector weakness is present, but LDOS underperformed.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 09 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 09	DISA IT award	Positive	+0.8%	$142M DISA contract to modernize CESO IT and cybersecurity operations.
Feb 05	Cybersecurity partnership	Positive	-1.3%	RegScale collaboration to enhance federal cyber risk management and automation.
Feb 04	AI governance deal	Positive	-0.7%	Trustible partnership to scale AI governance and reduce adoption friction.
Jan 27	ENTRUST acquisition	Positive	-1.2%	Neuberger Berman exits ENTRUST via $2.4B sale to Leidos, expanding services.
Jan 26	ENTRUST deal terms	Positive	-0.9%	Kohlberg announces definitive $2.4B agreement to sell ENTRUST to Leidos.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive strategic and contract news often saw muted or negative next-day price reactions, with 4 of 5 events showing divergence between upbeat headlines and share performance.

Recent Company History

Over the past few weeks, Leidos announced several growth- and modernization-focused developments. On Jan 26–27, it agreed to acquire ENTRUST Solutions Group for about $2.4 billion, a sizeable expansion in utility and infrastructure services, yet shares slipped modestly after those announcements. In early February, Leidos highlighted AI governance and cybersecurity partnerships and, on Feb 9, a $142 million DISA IT modernization award, with only a small positive move. Today’s DODNet migration phase continues the NorthStar 2030 digital modernization theme amid historically mixed price reactions.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement advances Leidos’ role in DISA’s DODNet modernization, extending work on the $11.5 ...

Analysis

This announcement advances Leidos’ role in DISA’s DODNet modernization, extending work on the $11.5 billion, 10‑year Defense Enclave Services program and targeting more than 100,000 users over 18 months. It continues a series of NorthStar 2030‑aligned wins and partnerships seen in recent months, including DISA IT upgrades and AI governance initiatives. Investors may watch for execution milestones, agency onboarding progress, and how this integrates with the pending ENTRUST acquisition to assess the durability of this modernization trajectory.

Key Terms

zero trust

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zero trust technical

"enhance user experience and advance Zero Trust compliance while bolstering mission readiness."

Zero trust is a security approach that assumes no one, whether inside or outside an organization, should be automatically trusted. Instead, every access request is carefully verified before being granted, much like checking ID at every door rather than trusting someone just because they are known. For investors, it emphasizes the importance of protecting digital assets and data from potential breaches, reducing overall risk.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

RESTON, Va., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) is accelerating the migration of eight additional Defense Agencies and Field Activities to DODNet, the Defense Information Systems Agency's (DISA) modern network environment. Building on the successful transition of five agencies this year, this effort will help DISA enhance user experience and advance Zero Trust compliance while bolstering mission readiness.

Over the next 18 months, Leidos is expected to transition more than 100,000 users to DODNet including the Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Defense Logistics Agency, Defense Manpower Data Center, Defense Media Activity, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, and Missile Defense Agency. This next phase of accelerated migration marks a significant step forward in the $11.5 billion, 10-year Defense Enclave Services program. 

"Launching the next phase of transformation means executing faster, more seamless migrations to DODNet and advancing the Department of War's goal to achieve greater savings and efficiencies through enterprise IT consolidation," said Heidi VanNoy, vice president and division manager at Leidos. "This accelerated effort will help defense agencies realize the full potential of a unified and resilient network, strengthening security, data access and mission outcomes."

Leidos has been leading operations for the DODNet program since February 2022, consolidating 26 separate networks and 12 help desks into a single, optimized environment. Digital modernization and cyber solutions are key elements of the company's NorthStar 2030 growth strategy. 

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.leidos.com.

Certain statements in this announcement constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These statements are based on management's current beliefs and expectations and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. These statements are not guarantees of future results or occurrences. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the "Risk Factors" set forth in Leidos' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025, and other such filings that Leidos makes with the SEC from time to time. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Leidos does not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect the impact of circumstances or events that arise after the date the forward-looking statements were made.

Media Contact:

Brandon Ver Velde
(571) 526-6257
Brandon.p.vervelde@leidos.com

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FAQ

What is Leidos (LDOS) announcing about DODNet on February 12, 2026?

Leidos is accelerating migration of eight more Defense agencies to DODNet, moving over 100,000 users within 18 months. According to the company, this advances the $11.5 billion, 10-year Defense Enclave Services program and builds on prior transitions.

Which agencies will Leidos (LDOS) migrate to DODNet in this phase?

The migration includes agencies such as DFAS, DLA, DMDC, Defense Media Activity, DTRA, and Missile Defense Agency. According to the company, these are among the eight additional Defense agencies named for accelerated migration.

How long will Leidos (LDOS) take to migrate the additional DOD users to DODNet?

Leidos expects to transition more than 100,000 users over the next 18 months. According to the company, the timeline reflects an accelerated phase following five agency transitions completed earlier.

How does this DODNet work fit into Leidos (LDOS) strategy?

The work aligns with Leidos' NorthStar 2030 focus on digital modernization and cyber solutions. According to the company, operating DODNet supports enterprise IT consolidation and Zero Trust compliance goals.

What operational progress has Leidos (LDOS) made on DODNet since 2022?

Leidos has led DODNet operations since February 2022, consolidating 26 separate networks and 12 help desks into one environment. According to the company, that consolidation underpins the current accelerated migration phase.