Contractor Program Manager (CPM)

The Contractor Program Manager (CPM) is the senior, single-accountable leader for end-to-end performance of a cleared, multi-task-order federal contract supporting an Intelligence Community customer. The CPM owns delivery across cost, schedule, quality, and staffing; leads the phased transition and consolidation of legacy efforts into a unified Program Management Office; and drives measurable progress against the customer's Agile maturity and mission delivery goals. This role is the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer's Technical Representatives, and the linchpin between the customer's mission, the contractor's delivery teams, and Amentum's executive leadership. Work Schedule: M-F, 8 hours per day. Potential for extended hours as the mission dictates. This position is performed fully on-site at a customer-controlled secure facility; no remote or hybrid work is supported. Essential Responsibilities: Own end-to-end contract performance across the IDIQ and all Task Orders, including cost, schedule, quality, staffing, and customer satisfaction Lead phased incoming transitions of legacy contracts with zero disruption to customer operations, including authorship and execution of the Incoming Transition Plan, incumbent knowledge transfer, and clearance and access processing for inbound personnel Author and maintain the Program Management Plan and Security Plan; deliver Monthly Contract Status Reports (MCSR) and contract invoicing on schedule Directly supervise Task Order Leads, Solutions Architects, the Transition Manager, and Program Management Office support staff; perform cross-Task-Order resource leveling, succession planning, and skills coverage management Drive execution of the customer's Agile Community of Practice (CoP) Maturity Plan, including continuous investment of labor capacity toward measurable Agile maturity improvements each work cycle Serve as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer, the IDIQ-level Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), and each Task Order COTR; deliver Program Management Reviews and executive briefings Manage subcontractor relationships and the integrated prime and subcontractor team under a single delivery cadence; ensure all teammates operate within contract terms and Amentum standards Ensure compliance with NISPOM, applicable Intelligence Community Directives, SEAD 4, and the customer's IT governance, security, and Risk Management Framework requirements Identify risks, issues, and service gaps early; lead mitigation, communicate transparently with the customer, and adjust resourcing or approach to maintain delivery commitments Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): 16+ years of relevant experience, with at least 10 years in program management of federal IT or systems engineering contracts Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Business At least five (5) years of specialized experience in Federal Government enterprise system management Demonstrated experience leading contract transitions involving incumbent-to-incumbent knowledge transfer and consolidation of multiple legacy efforts under a single program Working fluency in Agile delivery at the program level, including backlog management, minimum viable increment (MVI) or equivalent work allocation, and maturity measurement against a defined model Hands-on familiarity with AWS-hosted mission applications and SecDevOps toolchains (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins) Track record managing Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), monthly contract status reporting, Earned Value Management or equivalent cost and schedule reporting, and mixed CLIN structures (FFP and CPFF-LOE) Experience overseeing a staff of diverse disciplines, including software developers, systems engineers, solutions architects, and program support personnel Experience managing schedules, resources, and control of funds across multiple concurrent delivery efforts Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractor relationships and integrated prime and subcontractor teams Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to brief senior customer stakeholders and produce clear executive-level reporting to Amentum's senior team Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire individuals and teams; develop talent and a high-performance culture Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively as part of an integrated team and influence senior stakeholders without direct authority Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph. Minimum Education BA or BS; BS in Technology preferred. MS (Such as CS, MIS, MBA, etc.) reduces years of experience to 13 years. Minimum Years of Experience 16 Years Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Business Professional Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PgMP, CPM, CPMP) Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Agilist, or equivalent Agile certification AWS Cloud Practitioner or higher AWS certification Proven experience with software and hardware integration Experience with AWS Cloud services and migration Experience with Agile software development at the program level Prior experience supporting an Intelligence Community customer in a Program Management role Experience with ServiceNow, Salesforce, or comparable enterprise platforms in a mission context As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #javelin Compensation Details: Compensation $225,000 - $290,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 07/20/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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