Program Manager 5701

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Clearance Required: Active Top Secret (TS) with SCI Eligibility

5 days onsite

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a high-visibility Department of Defense technology modernization initiative. This individual will serve as the primary point of accountability for program execution, ensuring successful delivery of contractual requirements, mission objectives, and strategic technology initiatives.

This role is ideal for a leader who has successfully managed complex federal technology programs involving cloud modernization, cybersecurity, enterprise infrastructure, data platforms, and digital transformation efforts.

What You'll Do

As the Program Manager, you will:

• Serve as the primary interface between the contractor team and Government leadership, including the COR, TPOC, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead large-scale modernization programs supporting mission-critical Department of Defense operations.
• Oversee program execution, schedules, budgets, deliverables, risks, and performance metrics.
• Manage cross-functional technical teams across multiple locations and mission areas.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders, partner organizations, and subcontractors to ensure successful outcomes.
• Deliver executive-level briefings on program status, milestones, budget, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Drive governance processes and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, and modernization objectives.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, DoD policies, security regulations, and program governance standards.
• Provide proactive issue identification, escalation, and resolution support.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing large-scale Federal or DoD programs, contracts, or task orders of similar complexity.
• Experience leading enterprise technology modernization efforts involving cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, or data environments.
• Strong background in program planning, resource management, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed and cross-functional teams.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project/program management certification.
• Experience working within Agile or hybrid Agile environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Defense or other Federal Government agencies.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture, governance frameworks, and modernization initiatives.
• Experience coordinating across multiple contractors and mission partners.
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, cybersecurity initiatives, data governance, and enterprise transformation programs.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will be a strategic leader capable of balancing mission requirements, stakeholder priorities, technical execution, and operational excellence. You will provide the leadership and oversight necessary to deliver transformative technology solutions while ensuring program performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.