Head of Programme Management

Employment Type: Contract / Temp
Description Program Manager - NIWC Service Centers & DoN Enterprise Support Position Overview The Program Manager (PM) is responsible for leading and overseeing the execution of complex technical and programmatic support services for Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Service Centers, Research Development Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) networks, and Department of the Navy (DoN) enterprise initiatives. This role ensures the successful delivery of integrated solutions across architectural design, software development, network engineering, systems engineering, DevSecOps, and information assurance domains.
The PM serves as the primary point of contact for the Government, ensuring contract performance, compliance, and alignment with mission objectives.
Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Oversight Lead end-to-end program execution across multiple technical domains including systems engineering, software development, and network operations.
Manage cost, schedule, and performance in accordance with contract requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and Government stakeholders.
Technical & Operational Management Oversee support to NIWC Service Centers and RDT&E networks, ensuring high availability, security, and operational efficiency.
Direct engineering and transition activities for DoN Component Enterprise Data Centers (CEDC).
Provide leadership for DevSecOps pipeline implementation, integration, and continuous delivery processes.
Cybersecurity & Information Assurance Ensure compliance with DoN cybersecurity policies, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and information assurance requirements.
Oversee secure system architecture, accreditation, and continuous monitoring activities.
Team & Resource Management Manage cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, developers, and system administrators.
Contract & Compliance Management Ensure all deliverables meet PWS and CDRL requirements.
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Risk & Quality Management Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks.
Implement quality assurance processes to ensure high standards of performance and deliverables.
Ensure transparency and proactive communication regarding program performance and issues.
Required Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience 10+ years of experience in program or project management supporting DoD or Navy programs.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale IT and engineering efforts, preferably within NIWC, NAVWAR, or similar environments.
Experience with enterprise data centers, RDT&E environments, and DevSecOps pipelines.
Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent required.
DAWIA Program Management certification (preferred).
Systems engineering and network architecture
Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Cloud and enterprise data center environments
Clearance Active Secret Clearance (or higher) required.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strategic planning & execution
Risk management and problem-solving
Ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary programs
*Key Responsibilities The Program Manager (PM) is responsible for leading and overseeing the execution of complex technical and programmatic support services for Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Service Centers, Research Development Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) networks, and Department of the Navy (DoN) enterprise initiatives. This role ensures the successful delivery of integrated solutions across architectural design, software development, network engineering, systems engineering, DevSecOps, and information assurance domains.
The PM serves as the primary point of contact for the Government, ensuring contract performance, compliance, and alignment with mission objectives.

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