Mission Manager

Mission Manager

Reston, VA

SIXGEN's mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Position Overview

Position: Mission Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Hybrid/In-Office

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI

What You'll Do

SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to manage the integration of intelligence, operational, and technical efforts in support of complex technical projects. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic coordinator across stakeholders, helping to align project objectives, intelligence requirements, resource allocation, and project activities to achieve measurable outcomes. Successful applicants will possess strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate high-level priorities into actionable plans and coordinate execution across diverse teams and organizations. Candidates should be comfortable engaging with senior decision makers, identifying project gaps and opportunities, and driving collaboration among technical, operational, and analysis professionals to support evolving project requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and synchronize project activities across intelligence, operational, technical, and stakeholder communities.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate mission objectives, priorities, milestones, and success criteria.
• Identify intelligence gaps, project risks, and resource constraints, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate collaboration between analysts, technicians, engineers, researchers, and external project partners.
• Translate strategic requirements into actionable plans, tasks, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Support collection management, requirements development, and prioritization efforts.
• Evaluate emerging threats, technologies, and operational opportunities relevant to mission objectives.
• Coordinate planning and execution of research, cybersecurity, intelligence, and technology-focused initiatives.
• Assist with budget planning, resource allocation, and capability development activities.
• Ensure mission activities comply with applicable security, policy, and operational requirements.

Technology proficiency includes:

• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, threat intelligence, and cyber operations.
• Experience with project management, requirements management, or mission planning.
• Familiarity with cloud computing, virtualization, networking, or enterprise technology environments.
• Understanding of operational security (OPSEC), risk management, and attribution considerations.
• Experience using collaboration, knowledge management, and project tracking platforms.
• Proficiency in developing executive briefings, mission updates, and strategic planning documents.
• Ability to work effectively with technical subject matter experts across software, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and research disciplines.

Compensation & Benefits

At SIXGEN, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position.

Additionally, SIXGEN offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family
• Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
• 401K with a 4% employer contribution
• Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)
• Flexible and remote work policies for most positions
• Flexible PTO and holiday schedule

For more information, please reach out to our Human Strategist Amy Maxwell.

Our Commitment

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.