Portfolio Director NAVWAR Cyber Transformation

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R2117475
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* Title:

** Portfolio Director NAVWAR Cyber Transformation
** Program

Summary:

** K ’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, K  collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, K  prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.
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* Job Summary:

** K  seeks a
** Portfolio Director
** to manage an advanced NAVWAR / NIWC Atlantic portfolio, emphasizing emerging technology innovation and cybersecurity across enterprise, Warfighter, and Defense Health systems.

This role provides executive-level oversight across multiple programs and task orders, balancing
** mission execution, financial performance, customer satisfaction, and long-term business growth**. The position is based in Charleston, SC at K ’s new Charleston Facility.
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* Roles and Responsibilities:

**** Portfolio & Program Management Leadership
*** Oversee and approve task planning, execution strategies, and delivery across
** multiple large programs or product lines**.
* Establish strategic direction for functional teams and direct reports across the portfolio to balance mission priorities, schedules, and resources.
* Approve resource requirements, staffing plans, and effort estimates across the portfolio.
* Lead large, cross-functional teams through execution of program and process roadmaps, ensuring integration across technical, operational, and business dimensions.
** Financial, Schedule & Performance Accountability
*** Maintain end-to-end responsibility for
** program data integration**, including:  + Financial tracking and forecasting  + Quality metrics  + Schedule performance  + Risk management
* Analyze variances and critical paths; direct implementation of corrective actions to maintain cost, schedule, and performance commitments.
* Own Profit and Loss (P&L) of assigned programs
* Balance customer expectations with internal business objectives and contractual commitments.
** Business Planning & Growth Support
*** Participate in and approve business planning activities, including Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Strategic Plan (STRAP) development across multiple sites and teams.
* Partner closely with Business Unit leadership, Controllers, Business Development and Marketing organizations to:  + Shape new opportunities  + Support capture efforts  + Manage and control business execution
* Ensure programs meet customer needs while achieving targeted financial and operational outcomes.
** Process, Quality & PM Excellence
*** Serve as a domain expert in
** program management processes and architectures
*** Integrate process rigor, quality standards, and execution discipline across the portfolio.
* Apply advanced estimation techniques, critical path analysis, and earned value management to balance resources, cost, schedule, and scope.
* Stay informed on
** program management trends, tools, and methodologies
** across industry and academia, applying best practices to portfolio execution.
** Stakeholder & Customer Engagement
*** Act as a senior interface with
** NAVWAR and Defense Health stakeholders**.
* Represent K ’s program management organization as a trusted leader and advisor.
* Ensure consistent, transparent communication with customers and internal leadership.
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* Basic Qualifications:

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* ** Clearance:
** Active Secret clearance required. (TS/SCI eligibility preferred).
* ** Bachelor’s degree
** in a related program field.
* ** 12+ years of directly related experience
** in program and portfolio management with increasing leadership responsibility.
* ** In lieu of formal education,
** Candidates with
** 20 years of directly related experience
** may be considered in accordance…