Deputy Program Manager

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the U.S. federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. The work The Deputy Program Manager (DPM) will serve as a key leader, supporting the Program Manager in the overall coordination, execution, and delivery of program objectives. The DPM will assist in managing daily operations, ensuring alignment with program goals, and maintaining compliance with federal regulations and requirements. This role involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams, overseeing performance metrics, managing risks, and providing strategic guidance for efficient program delivery. The DPM will also play a critical role in stakeholder communication, team leadership, and ensuring that all deliverables are met on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in program management, operational oversight, and engineering projects within a federal environment. Here’s what you need Minimum of 5+ years of experience in program or project management roles, with at least 3–5 years of experience managing operations or engineering projects. Experience working within federal government environments, including knowledge of federal contracting policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven ability to manage large‑scale, complex projects and programs, including budget management, schedule development, and resource allocation. Strong understanding of program life‑cycle management and systems engineering processes. Experience monitoring and reporting on performance metrics and progress against established goals. Demonstrated leadership skills, including managing cross‑functional teams, resolving conflicts, and driving team collaboration. Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with stakeholders, presenting project updates, and preparing comprehensive reports. General understanding of engineering and operations workflows, processes, and tools in federal environments. Proficiency with program management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Primavera. Basic understanding of IT systems, software development, and systems integration. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify operational challenges and recommend effective solutions. Ability to make informed decisions in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment. Demonstrated experience in executing Risk, Issue, and Governance Management processes. Active secret clearance required. Preferred Program or project management certification, such as: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Pay Range Based on labor costs in the following locations: California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland.

$106,300 – $221,100 USD

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